Scottish Labour has accused the SNP of “grubby and cynical” tactics over its claim that independence would cut electricity bills by over a third.
Numerous sources have questioned the claims which have formed a central message in the SNP’s “It’s Scotland’s Energy” campaign.
Ahead of an independence rally in Edinburgh, SNP leader John Swinney said independence would create “a country with lower energy bills.”
Stephen Flynn, the SNP’s Westminster Leader, last night said: “In six weeks’ time Scottish voters will face a straight choice – a permanent cost-of-living crisis under Westminster or lower energy bills with independence’.
“With independence and full control over our energy resources, we can bring energy bills down. That only comes with the fresh start of independence – and that is what only the SNP can offer to the people of Scotland at this election.”
Scottish Labour said SNP ministers have repeatedly struggled to explain the working behind the claim and accused the party of “exploiting people’s anxieties” and “peddling lies”.
Daniel Johnson, Scottish Labour Economy spokesperson, said “It is shameful that the SNP is trying to exploit people’s anxieties and offer false hope with its made-up pledge.
“The SNP has failed to provide any evidence for this dodgy claims and Scots will see right through these grubby and cynical tactics.
“John Swinney should tell us once and for all whether he stands by this claim.”
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