SNP leadership campaign: Independence and JK Rowling - key moments of fiery Sky News debate
The Sky News poll released on Monday afternoon found 44% thought Mr Yousaf would be a bad leader, while Ms Regan came in at 39% and 36% for Ms Forbes.
Ms Regan admitted her name is not so well-known but said she is"far from a rookie", having been in government for nearly five years. Humza Yousaf, seen as a party favourite, pivoted his message to the members while Kate Forbes took advantage of the exclusive Sky News poll suggesting she is seen in a more favourable light with the wider electorate.
Kate Forbes has endured repeated questions over social issues and this debate was no different. She failed to fully commit to banning all forms of conversion therapy in a painful exchange. The big test in the short term is who can win over the SNP voters before the much bigger job of governing a country and appeasing a restless independence movement begins.Ms Forbes made headlines early in the campaign after saying herAsked about unmarried and gay married couples, she told the debate"I certainly don't disapprove" and said she would"defend the rights of everybody in Scotland ot live without harassment and fear".
All three were asked if JK Rowling is a national treasure following her remarks about trans people, with Ms Regan and Ms Forbes agreeing she is and was"very brave" to talk out.
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