10-point pledge of SNP candidates

As Scotland’s MEPs, the SNP team will be working hard for the people of Scotland. That means: -

• Protecting Scottish jobs - In this time of recession it is more important than ever to have MEPs from Scotland working in Europe to protect and create jobs for communities across Scotland.

• Focused on recovery - Our efforts will be focused on promoting Scottish economic recovery. We will help to identify and develop opportunities for Scottish businesses and Scotland’s economy, especially in the industries of the future like renewables and life sciences.

• Opportunities for education and skills - Europe offers many opportunities for Scots young and old and SNP MEPs will work hard to maximise these opportunities for study, for investment in research and skills and for employment across the EU.

• Standing up for rural communities - SNP MEPs provide a strong voice for our fishing and agriculture industries in Europe. We will make the needs of our rural communities a priority.

• Working in partnership - At this time it is important for all nations and all Scottish politicians to be working in partnership for economic growth. The SNP team will play a constructive role for Scotland in Europe.

• Scotland’s rightful place in Europe - We will continue to argue that the Scottish Government should speak for Scotland and represent Scottish interests in the EU.

• Supporting the Scottish Government - We will be strong partners for the Scottish Government in Europe helping them win the best deal for our nation.

• Together, we’ve got what it takes - The SNP has total confidence in Scotland¹s ability to weather the economic downturn and recover strongly. As Scotland's MEPs we will take this message to the heart of the EU.

• A strong voice for Scotland in Europe - The more SNP MEPs elected the stronger Scotland’s voice will be in Europe – and it will be strongest of all with independence.

• Scotland’s Party - We will always put the interests of the people of Scotland first.