Features in issue 2496

Trident opposition in Scotland puts UK under pressure

by Rebecca Johnson

The Scottish Parliament is now led by a Scottish Nationalist Party administration opposed to Trident. The result has been renewed optimism about making progress with anti­Trident campaigning, particularly by working through the Scottish Parliament. However success will only be achieved if pressure is maintained on both Westminster and Holyrood by further campaigns of direct action and lobbying, as well as an increase in trade union involvement. Four Scottish based peace activists explain.