Scottish Labour leader Michael Marra claimed that the Scottish Government is 'hoarding power' in remarks made at the UK Labour conference in Liverpool on September 27, 2026. He criticized what he characterized as SNP efforts to centralize control.
Michael Marra, a North East MSP, was elected as the new leader of Scottish Labour on September 19, 2026, replacing Anas Sarwar who departed to join Andy Burnham's Westminster government. The party is rebuilding after its worst electoral result in devolution history in May 2026.
Michael Marra was announced as the new Scottish Labour Party leader on September 19, 2026, succeeding Anas Sarwar. The transition comes with significant challenges ahead for the party.