Scots FM Swinney under fire as he swerves party leaders' election debate due to lack of women taking part, claiming 'blokes talking politics' would be a 'bad look'

Scottish First Minister John Swinney faced criticism for skipping a party leaders' election debate due to the absence of female participants, stating that 'blokes talking politics' would be a 'bad look'. Critics argue his decision highlights gender disparities in political representation.