SNP's Mhairi Black to step down at election, citing ‘toxic’ Westminster environment

“I think it is one of the most unhealthy workplaces that you could ever be in. It’s a toxic environment."

SNP deputy Westminster leader Mhairi Black will not seek re-election (David Woolfall/UK Parliament/PA)

The SNP’s deputy Westminster leader Mhairi Black has said she will step down at the next general election, citing the “toxic” environment at Westminster as the reason for her departure.

Speaking to The News Agents podcast, the Paisley and Renfrewshire South MP said Westminster is “one of the most unhealthy workplaces that you could ever be in”.