Boris Johnson, the UK Prime Minister, has faced backlash for his mobile marketing mishaps during a recent debate in the House of Commons. While Ian Blackford, the SNP Westminster leader, was addressing the chamber on Scotland's future, Johnson was caught playing with his phone instead of paying attention.
The Tory PM seemed more interested in scrolling through his mobile device than listening to the demands of the Scottish National Party (SNP). Blackford took issue with Johnson's lack of engagement, saying, "Can I say to the Prime Minister, it is not a good look to see him playing with his phone rather than listening to the demands of the Scottish National Party." Johnson's response was to simply tell Blackford to "say something more interesting" before returning his attention to his mobile.
However, this mobile marketing gaffe only fueled the SNP's argument about Scotland's right to choose its own future. Blackford emphasized that the people of Scotland did not vote for Johnson or the Conservative Government, and therefore, they should have a say in their country's future. He referenced the 2014 independence referendum, stating that there has been a change in circumstances since then, and it is time for Scotland to be given the right to choose its own path.
The SNP MP Drew Hendry added fuel to the fire by saying, "Doesn't that tell you everything about this Prime Minister and his view of Scotland?" Blackford concluded by saying, "The image of the Prime Minister playing with his phone, not listening to the Scottish National Party says it all."