The SNP is currently under investigation by Holyrood authorities for potential misuse of MSPs' expenses in funding campaigning for the general election. An anonymous complaint was sent to the Scottish parliament's presiding officer, Alison Johnstone, alleging that stamps paid for on expenses were given to Westminster election candidates for posting leaflets to voters.

Scottish Conservative leader Douglas Ross has announced that he will be standing in the upcoming election, despite previously stating that he would be stepping down. Ross had initially indicated that he would not seek re-election this year, but has now changed his mind and will be running for office once again. This decision comes as a surprise to many, as Ross had previously expressed his intention to step aside and allow a new leader to take the helm. It remains to be seen how this development will impact the upcoming election and the Scottish Conservative party as a whole.