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Reform MSP Amanda Bland Quits Party to Sit as Independent

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Amanda Bland has quit Reform UK to sit as an independent member of the Scottish Parliament, leaving the party as the third-largest group at Holyrood. Bland, a list MSP for Central Scotland and Lothians West, has not yet publicly explained her decision. A Reform source said she was difficult to work with, and the party has now called on her to resign her regional seat.

By BriefTea Editorial · 19 October 2026 at 13:41

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