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Sarwar says he will 'absolutely' stay on as Labour leader
Sarwar blamed a national wave against Labour and said he will hold the party together after it won just 17 MSPs, its worst devolution result.
- Scottish Labour tied with Reform UK at 17 MSPs in the recent Holyrood election, marking its worst result in devolution history and down from 22 seats five years ago.
- Anas Sarwar accepted responsibility for the election strategy and blamed a national wave against Labour across the UK, stating he intends to remain as Scottish Labour leader and hold the party together to oppose the SNP government.
- Critics within Labour called for Sarwar and deputy Jackie Baillie to resign immediately, citing a lack of radical policies and a failed campaign strategy.
- Despite internal calls for change, Sarwar expressed his commitment to leading the party in Parliament over the next five years to hold the SNP government accountable and deliver for Scotland.
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