Scottish National Party MP Defects to Scottish Tories, Citing SNP’s ‘Toxic’ Culture

The prime minister and other prominent Tories have welcomed the move, but Labour branded it ‘bizarre’ as the SNP release statements demanding a by-election.

SNP MP for East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow Dr. Lisa Cameron during Prime Minister's Questions at the House of Commons, London on July 21, 2021. UK Parliament/Luke Newbold

MP Dr. Lisa Cameron has left the Scottish National Party (SNP) and joined the Scottish Conservatives, citing a “toxic and bullying” environment within the SNP.

Dr. Cameron’s decision came on the day of a selection battle in her East Kilbride, Strathaven, and Lesmahagow constituency. The move has sparked criticism, with SNP leaders urging her to resign her seat, while Conservative MPs have welcomed her into their ranks.