The Boss Posted October 24, 2014 Share Posted October 24, 2014 If the title has just developed and isn't a real position then I guess anyone off the street could technically be appointed DFM. But the way it has become is that they fill in for the FM when they are absent and are second in command so to say in the Scottish parliament. So the position is only ever going to awarded to an MSP in the Scottish Government. It is a position that will be around permanently now. So Hosie could be deputy leader of the SNP but wouldn't be DFM that position would possibly then go to Keith Brown if Hoise is elected deputy leader! Also to confuse things more, Hosie, even though he might be deputy leader of the SNP, wouldn't be leader of the SNP group in Westminster. That position is held by Angus Robertson and would remain that way even if Hoise is deputy leader! That would be entirely up to Sturgeon, and that, is a helluva big assumption. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wwta2007.com Posted October 24, 2014 Share Posted October 24, 2014 Whisper is Alex Salmond stands in the Libdem Malcolm Bruce MP seat. Ladbrokes are already showing this as 8/11 SNP. I don't see Mr Salmond taking a seat in Westminster without him being heid-banana of the SNP group which is looking good for 20+. Mr Robertson is not particularly popular within the party. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iainmac1 Posted October 24, 2014 Share Posted October 24, 2014 That would be entirely up to Sturgeon, and that, is a helluva big assumption. True but realistically the DFM position would most likely go to someone who wanted to be in a leadership role. I'd be almost certain it will go to Brown. Also Hosie said he didn't want to take the position from Robertson. What could change it is if salmond stands for Westminster which I think he will Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clyde1998 Posted October 24, 2014 Share Posted October 24, 2014 Whisper is Alex Salmond stands in the Libdem Malcolm Bruce MP seat. Ladbrokes are already showing this as 8/11 SNP. I don't see Mr Salmond taking a seat in Westminster without him being heid-banana of the SNP group which is looking good for 20+. Mr Robertson is not particularly popular within the party. Are you referring to the Gordon seat? 13.8% swing required if that's the case. That's doable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lamia Posted October 24, 2014 Share Posted October 24, 2014 Are you referring to the Gordon seat? 13.8% swing required if that's the case. That's doable. And Malcolm Bruce would have got votes just because he was Malcolm Bruce. I do however wonder if there will be an post referendum reaction against the SNP in a No voting area. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flure Posted October 24, 2014 Share Posted October 24, 2014 Whisper is Alex Salmond stands in the Libdem Malcolm Bruce MP seat. Ladbrokes are already showing this as 8/11 SNP. I don't see Mr Salmond taking a seat in Westminster without him being heid-banana of the SNP group which is looking good for 20+. Mr Robertson is not particularly popular within the party. Try "Danny Alexander". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
weekevie04 Posted October 24, 2014 Share Posted October 24, 2014 Really difficult decision, but opted for 1 Hosie 2 Brown 3 Constance. Will the new members tip the balance? Seems most at Holyrood are backing Brown and the 6 at WM going for Hosie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iainmac1 Posted October 24, 2014 Share Posted October 24, 2014 I still haven't had an email but I got one through for my son yesterday an my girlfriend got one as well. Maybe they aren't sending two emails to the same email but can't see why they wouldn't as we normally get an email each. Tempted to call and ask but feel a slight fraud if I do as since I haven't had an email I voted on behalf of my son so I would technically be getting two votes on this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ally Bongo Posted October 24, 2014 Share Posted October 24, 2014 I don't see Mr Salmond taking a seat in Westminster without him being heid-banana of the SNP group which is looking good for 20+. Mr Robertson is not particularly popular within the party. Any idea why that is ? Ive always thought Angus Robertson excellent anytime ive seen/heard him Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iainmac1 Posted October 24, 2014 Share Posted October 24, 2014 Any idea why that is ? Ive always thought Angus Robertson excellent anytime ive seen/heard him I have heard people say he's just a tory in disguise. Not sure how they get to that assumption Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clyde1998 Posted October 24, 2014 Share Posted October 24, 2014 I still haven't had an email but I got one through for my son yesterday an my girlfriend got one as well. Maybe they aren't sending two emails to the same email but can't see why they wouldn't as we normally get an email each. Tempted to call and ask but feel a slight fraud if I do as since I haven't had an email I voted on behalf of my son so I would technically be getting two votes on this. How old is your son? I think there is some sort of minimum age in which you can vote. I think ages 16+ can vote - if your below 16(?) you're an associate member (or something along those lines). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stocky Posted October 24, 2014 Share Posted October 24, 2014 just been to a Hustings Hosie for me... Angela is v good, but , not for me, Brown is very capable, but again not for me. Salmond will stand in Bruce's seat and he wont be heid banana, he is going down there to cause mischief and be a media Whore..... that was the chat from the 3 candidates.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
min Posted October 24, 2014 Share Posted October 24, 2014 For me, the deputy leader gas to be based at Holyrood = Brown. If Hosie gave up being an MP and came up the road, I'd vote for him. Can't see the point of Hosie and Robertson both having powerful positions at Westminster, coupled with the re-introduction of the main man. Holyrood is where it should be at! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iainmac1 Posted October 24, 2014 Share Posted October 24, 2014 How old is your son? I think there is some sort of minimum age in which you can vote. I think ages 16+ can vote - if your below 16(?) you're an associate member (or something along those lines). He's 5 months old lol. Perhaps the youngest SNP member. Not sure what the voting regulations are but he recieved an email addressed to him with the code to vote. After serious consideration he decided Stuart Hosie would be the best candidate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FuNsTeR Posted October 25, 2014 Share Posted October 25, 2014 I voted Hosie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonny Posted October 25, 2014 Share Posted October 25, 2014 Make your own mind up: http://www.referendumtv.net/reftv-in-conversation-with-angela-constance-msp/ http://www.referendumtv.net/reftv-in-conversation-with-keith-brown-msp/ http://www.referendumtv.net/reftv-in-conversation-with-stewart-hosie-mp/ After 3 hours of political interviews, I went with alphabetical order. I like Keith. He's capable, reliable, does the job he's given and seems like a person rather than a politician. . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orraloon Posted October 26, 2014 Share Posted October 26, 2014 Make your own mind up: http://www.referendumtv.net/reftv-in-conversation-with-angela-constance-msp/ http://www.referendumtv.net/reftv-in-conversation-with-keith-brown-msp/ http://www.referendumtv.net/reftv-in-conversation-with-stewart-hosie-mp/ After 3 hours of political interviews, I went with alphabetical order. I like Keith. He's capable, reliable, does the job he's given and seems like a person rather than a politician. . So, you voted for Angela then? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueBonnetsowertheBorder Posted October 26, 2014 Share Posted October 26, 2014 Anyone else yet to recieve the E-mail allowing them to vote? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stocky Posted October 26, 2014 Share Posted October 26, 2014 if you are new member, if you joined after 25th Sept, u didn't get a vote... if u are not, check up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
usainboltyarocket Posted October 26, 2014 Share Posted October 26, 2014 I wont get a vote but after attending the Anniesland branch meeting my hope is Angela Constance is voted in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adamntg Posted October 26, 2014 Share Posted October 26, 2014 I voted for Constance 1 and Hosie 2. Brown's too army for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kumnio Posted October 26, 2014 Share Posted October 26, 2014 Hosie Brown Constance Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
northernscum Posted October 26, 2014 Share Posted October 26, 2014 I went for [1] Hosie [2] Constance [3] Brown Hosie just seems to have a wee bit more about him. Decent during interviews, doesn't seem to get flustered too easily. Plenty of experience as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stapes Posted October 27, 2014 Share Posted October 27, 2014 Hosie Brown Constance Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saintlyscot Posted October 27, 2014 Share Posted October 27, 2014 Hosie Brown Constance Hosie was dreadful in the TV referendum debate from Stirling.Might be more effective than Brown in the parliament though. It's between them two for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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