Former Scottish first minister Nicola Sturgeon has criticised SNP leader John Swinney’s election campaign, saying it lacked vision and “big-picture thinking,” remarks that have prompted a sharp response from figures inside the party. Former SNP officials and politicians accused Sturgeon of disloyalty, while senior ministers defended Swinney’s leadership and rejected her assessment. The dispute has brought internal tensions into public view as the party assesses its political direction following the Scottish election and the recent turmoil over former chief executive Peter Murrell.