Voters in Hamilton, Larkhall and Stonehouse are participating in a crucial by-election following the passing of SNP MSP Christina McKelvie. The polls, which opened at 07:00 and close at 22:00, feature ten candidates from various parties including SNP, Labour, and the Scottish Greens. This marks the first by-election for the Scottish Parliament since 2019, serving as a vital opportunity for political parties to gain traction ahead of the 2026 elections. Voters are not required to show ID, and South Lanarkshire Council has provided guidelines for postal voting.
The by-election in Hamilton, Larkhall and Stonehouse marks the first Scottish Parliament by-election since 2019, igniting competition ahead of next year's Holyrood elections.
Voters in Hamilton, Larkhall and Stonehouse are selecting a new MSP following the death of SNP's Christina McKelvie, with ten candidates vying for the position.
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