Would an SNP independence referendum in 2028 benefit Scotland?

SNP leader John Swinney states a second Scottish independence referendum could occur in 2028 if his party wins a Holyrood majority in the May 2026 election, claiming it as a democratic entitlement. This revives debate after the 2014 vote where 55% voted to remain in the UK, amid ongoing SNP focus on independence despite governance challenges like scandals and public service issues. Polling shows mixed support, with recent Westminster projections giving SNP leads but Holyrood outcomes uncertain.