Scottish National Party (SNP) MP Dave Doogan is set to take over as the party’s leader at Westminster after Stephen Flynn steps down, according to reports. Doogan, who represents the constituency of Angus and Perthshire, becomes the new figurehead for the SNP’s parliamentary group at Westminster as Flynn relinquishes the role. Both outlets frame the leadership change as a planned transition rather than an immediate crisis, with Doogan positioning his term in the context of Scotland’s political direction. Doogan describes his election as occurring “at a crucial time for Scotland’s future and our journey to independence,” reflecting the SNP’s continued focus on independence as a central political aim. The reports do not indicate any dispute or controversy surrounding Flynn’s decision to step aside, and they present the change as an internal party matter. The next steps include Doogan assuming the Westminster leadership responsibilities formerly held by Flynn.