This week on What’s the Point? we discuss the latest Daily Record revelations surrounding Scotland’s highest-paid council executives, as councils continue to warn of financial pressures, service cuts, and rising council tax bills. Would communities rather save local facilities or ensure 10% rises for senior officials? We also discuss the sentencing of former SNP Council Leader Jordan Linden, who yesterday received an 18-month prison sentence and was placed on the sex offenders register for 10 years, after appearing at Falkirk Sheriff Court. All that and more, with a few laughs, a bit of outrage, and the straight talking you expect from What’s the Point? Remember to like, subscribe, and join the conversation.

This week on What’s the Point?, we dive into the Scottish Parliament elections, who’s taking your fancy, or are they all much the same?We ask whether the SNP in North Lanarkshire can overcome the recent scandals it’s faced, and whether the very people who brought us Brexit are really the ones to get us out of the cost of living crisis.Gerry also has a moment to reflect on his… unexpected admiration for the Scottish Greens, we’ll see how that goes.We also take a look at the big question: how does the SNP actually deliver IndyRef2 from here?And with the latest developments around the Time Capsule, we ask, how was a motion from the floor refused when it came to Aquatec, yet allowed when it came to moving forward on the Time Capsule?All that and more, so make sure you like, subscribe, and get involved.

This week on What’s the Point?, we break down a chaotic Full Council meeting, the one Larson tried to stop Cameron from speaking, the growing controversy surrounding the SNP following the Jordan Linden case, and serious questions on why they submitted an amendment to protect their £10k payment to the Leader.We dig into:What really happened at Full CouncilThe political fallout for the SNP in North Lanarkshire and their shameful behaviour. With recent press reports and Judicial reviews, we look at the role and limits of the Standards Commission for Scotland and who actually governs them. Is the Perry story a one-off scandal… or part of a wider pattern in how power is exercised and protected?🎙️ Straight talking. No spin. Just the questions that need asked.

In one of the most significant episodes of What's the Point? North Lanarkshire, victim Councillor Cameron McManus speaks publicly about the Jordan Linden scandal and its devastating impact.Jordan Linden. Former SNP Council Leader. Convicted at Falkirk Court on ten counts, including Sexual Assault.But the conviction was only the beginning of the story.Because while Linden's victims were dealing with what had been done to them, leaked recordings reveal that senior figures inside the North Lanarkshire SNP Group were asking a very different question. Not "how do we support the victims?" but "how do we support Jordan?"Even when the victim was in the room.Tonight Cammy McManus tells his story. In his own words.Joined by three councillors who refused to stay silent when every instinct inside the SNP Group was to close ranks:🎙️ Councillor David Crichton🎙️ Councillor Paul Di Mascio🎙️ Councillor Barry McKluskeyTogether they tell you exactly what they saw, what they heard, and why they could not stay silent.We also ask the questions the SNP have been hoping nobody would ask out loud:👉 What did SNP Group Leader Tracy Carragher know and when did she know it?👉 What do the leaked recordings actually reveal?👉 Why does the SNP appear to still be trying to cover this up?👉 With Holyrood elections weeks away, can Tracy Carragher stand for office with these questions unanswered?This is not a normal episode.What's the Point? is North Lanarkshire's only independent political podcast — asking the questions others won't, saying the things others are afraid to say.📻 Live every Tuesday at 7pm on Listen Lanarkshire 107.7FM📱 TikTok LIVE every Tuesday at 8pm — join us live and have your say🎧 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and all major podcast platformsIf you are affected by any element of this episode, the Samaritans are available free, confidentially, 24 hours a day on 116 123.🔔 Subscribe and hit the bell so you never miss an episode👍 Like this video if you believe North Lanarkshire deserves accountability📢 Share this with everyone in North Lanarkshire who needs to hear this story#JordanLinden #CammyMcManus #NorthLanarkshire #SNP #WhatsThePoint #Accountability #TracyCarragher #NLC #ScottishPolitics #Justice #CoverUp #LocalPolitics #Podcast #NorthLanarkshirePolitics #Scotland

NLC SNP Group, Protectionism & Jordan LindenTonight’s episode tackles one of the most serious and controversial issues in North Lanarkshire politics as the Jordan Linden case reaches its conclusion at Falkirk Sheriff Court this week.We ask the difficult questions others won’t:Why did a SNP Councillor frame this as “Jordan is only guilty of being a young person” rather than something requiring full accountability? Why, when concerns were raised, was there no clear or transparent internal investigation?How was it possible for Linden to step down as Council Leader but remain as an SNP councillor?And the bigger question:What now for the SNP in North Lanarkshire?This situation has already led to multiple councillors leaving the group — raising serious questions about leadership, decision-making, and internal culture.We break down:The political falloutThe leadership decisions behind the scenesWhat this means going forward🎧 Available now on all platforms📻 Listen Lanarkshire 107.7FM📅 Podcast drops Thursday#WhatsThePoint #NorthLanarkshire #ScottishPolitics #Accountability #LocalGovernment #Podcast

As Bananarama once sang – the only thing we are guilty of is.. "love in the first degree" and this week we’re celebrating all our new listeners joining What’s the Point?In this episode we dive into some of the latest decisions affecting communities across Lanarkshire. While South Lanarkshire Council is building a new £20 million swimming and leisure facility, in North Lanarkshire we’re seeing facilities close and being told the answer is another ‘hub’.So the question is: what are other councils doing differently, and what lessons could North Lanarkshire learn?We also turn our attention to the Scottish Parliament elections, looking at the latest polling. Reform’s surge may not be as strong as once predicted, but the numbers suggest Labour could struggle to win constituency seats, and the dream of Anas Sarwar becoming First Minister already looks to be fading.All that, plus a few laughs and some straight talking along the way, this is What’s the Point?.”

Madness, Jelly Babies & Council Decisions...What’s the Point?This week on What’s the Point?, Greg and Gerry dive into the madness at North Lanarkshire Council, including the Aquatec debate reaches the upcoming council budget meeting, who had the Aquatec saved and who didn't? We also unpack the moment we (loosely) decided a 7% Council Tax hike during a cost of living crisis was wholly appropriate. NLC Labour, standing shoulder to shoulder with you, its just you need to carry the load. Expect straight talking, a few laughs (including some jelly baby moments), and a proper look at how decisions affecting local communities are really made.

What’s the Point?This week on What’s the Point?, Greg Lennon is joined by co-host Gerry Brennan for a packed episode tackling some of the biggest decisions facing North Lanarkshire right now.🏊 Save the Aquatec – We continue the discussion for those fighting to protect this vital community facility. What’s really going on? What are the options? And who’s making the decisions?💷 North Lanarkshire Council Budget & Council Tax Setting (This Thursday) – What does the budget actually mean for residents? Where is the money going? And are households about to pay more while services continue to shrink?🏗️ Planning Enforcement in NLC – Is it being applied fairly? Why do some developments seem to face strict action while others appear to avoid scrutiny? We dig into transparency, consistency, and accountability.As always, we ask the questions others won’t — and yes, there’s a bit of humour along the way. Because if you don’t laugh, you’d cry.This episode covers:Community facilities under threatCouncil tax pressures on familiesBudget priorities and political responsibilityPlanning enforcement and fairnessIf you care about how decisions are made in North Lanarkshire — and how they affect your pocket, your services, and your community — this episode is for you.👇 Join the conversation:Like & subscribe for weekly episodesComment your thoughts (we actually read them)Share this with anyone who wants straight talking, not spinPolitics. Accountability. A bit of sarcasm.That’s What’s the Point?

On this weeks What’s the Point?,We’re joined by key representatives from the Save the Aquatec campaign, who explain exactly what’s at risk, how this decision has been handled, and why people across North Lanarkshire are saying enough is enough.And yes, we couldn’t resist turning the spotlight back on Jim Logue and the Labour administration, whose talent for ducking responsibility is matched only by their confidence in making bad decisions behind closed doors.In this episode:🔥 The real story behind the Aquatec closure🏛️ How North Lanarkshire Council keeps getting it wrong🎭 A few well-earned laughs at political incompetence🎤 Community voices you won’t hear anywhere elseThis isn’t party spin.It’s not polite politics.It’s people asking “What’s the Point?” and demanding answers.👇 Get involved:Like & subscribe for weekly episodesDrop your views in the commentsShare this with anyone who uses Aquatec or cares about local services

This week on What’s the Point? North Lanarkshire’s political drama hits boiling point or a mild boil.The Aquatec leisure centre in Motherwell is marked for closure buried in committee papers with a delayed webcast, outlandish costs, and no resistance at committee from any of the so called opposition.Meanwhile, the NLC SNP Group cries “anti-democratic!” not in the chamber but on Facebook, yet every one of them still happily accepts a wage enhancement from the Labour administration. Opposition on the books… And in national news, Anas Sarwar stepped up to challenge the PM— or did he? Was this a principled stand or a spectacular own goal? Should he resign as Scottish Labour Leader?We unpack all this and more, unfiltered, unafraid, and on air.📻 Listen live Tuesdays 7PM on 107.7FM (Listen Lanarkshire)📲 Catch the podcast Thursdays on Spotify, Apple, and all major platforms🎥 TikTok/YouTube: @whats.the.point.p#aquatech #NorthLanarkshire #AnasSarwar #snp #labour #counciltax #scottishpolitics #whatsthepoint