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Lib Dems rule out SNP coalition but offer budget support

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The Scottish Liberal Democrats have ruled out a formal coalition with the SNP.

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What is the final seat count for the SNP and whether they achieved a majority?
Will the Liberal Democrats actually cooperate with the SNP on a budget-by-budget basis, and on what terms?
What are the specific policy concessions the Liberal Democrats will demand in exchange for supporting the SNP government?
How will the loss of Shetland affect the Liberal Democrats' long-term strategy in the islands?
What is the SNP's response to the Liberal Democrats' refusal to form a coalition and their conditions for cooperation?
SNP election prospectsfactual

Opinion polls suggest John Swinney might win this election.

According to nz.news.yahoo.com
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Alex Cole-Hamilton believes the SNP will struggle to turn out voters due to a 'depressed' and 'lethargic' feeling within their support, and calls the odds of an SNP victory 'overpriced'.

According to www.scottishdailyexpress.co.uk

Context: The contradiction reflects differing assessments of the SNP's electoral strength: polls indicate a potential win, while the Lib Dem leader argues the SNP base is demotivated, which could affect the outcome.

Likelihood of SNP majorityfactual

Recent polls have suggested a decisive SNP victory, with some indicating a majority.

According to www.scottishdailyexpress.co.uk
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Holyrood was designed to make majority governments unlikely, and if the SNP cannot secure a majority they may look to govern in coalition.

According to www.cyclinguk.org

Context: The contradiction highlights uncertainty about whether the SNP can achieve a majority, which is crucial for their ability to govern alone and pursue an independence referendum.

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