Independence as promised is front and centre in the SNP's manifesto, but John Swinney's party's route to power there seems less clear than ever.

The First Minister claims the SNP will demand £6 billion in extra cash from Labour gov to protect the NHS, oppose tax rises and reaffirm their commitment to eradicating child poverty. But are these just promises and policies that they will never be able to deliver

In Aberdeenshire, Labour have suspended Andy Brown who was standing against Scottish Tory leader, Douglas Ross. Will this help the SNP win to the region's constituency?

Hosted by Lorna Hughes and Hannah Rodger.

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