The Scottish parliamentary elections are likely to be pivotal for the future of the United Kingdom. So, New Statesman Scotland editor, Chris Deerin, is hosting four bonus episodes in the lead up to the vote on May 6th. Chris will be joined by some familiar voices from the New Statesman team, as well as guests from the world of Scottish politics.In this episode Chris dissects the results of the STV Leaders Debate with the New Statesman's polling supremo Ben Walker, and is joined by Blair McDougal to discuss how the SNP's 14-year incumbency presents an opportunity for an 'insurgent' opposition to make gains.Clips courtesy of STV. The STV Leaders Debate is available to stream on demand via STV player.Stay up to date with the latest polling - visit the New Stateman's Scottish Election poll tracker here:https://www.newstatesman.com/politics/scotland/2021/04/scottish-independence-poll-tracker-will-scotland-vote-leave-ukSubscribing to the New Statesman helps us keep producing this podcast. You can now subscribe for 12 weeks for just £12. Visit newstatesman.com/subscribe12.We'd love to hear from you.Contact the team at podcasts@newstatesman.co.ukChris Deerin is on Twitter at @ChrisDeerinBen Walker is on Twitter at @@bnhw_More audio from the New Statesman: listen to our weekly global affairs show World ReviewPeople mentioned in this episode:Nicola SturgeonDouglas RossAnas SarwarAlex SalmondBoris JohnsonTopics discussed:Scottish electionsHolyroodSNPScottish LabourScottish GreensConservativesScottish IndependenceIndependence referendumBrexit See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.