THE contempt for Scotland's politicians at Westminster is something they'll be becoming used to – but that absolutely shouldn't be the case.
That Scotland's political representatives receive such abuse is telling of the mindset of some towards our democracy.
Now, Phantom Power Films has compiled just some of the insults and vitriol hurled at members of Scotland's biggest party at Westminster, the SNP.
LISTEN: Did a Tory MP tell Ian Blackford to 'f*ck off' in the Commons?
It includes the unacceptable heckles towards Ian Blackford from DUP and Tory MPs.
The compilation also features a much-praised speech by MP Mhairi Black, where she addressed the horrific abuse directed at her on social media.
It's a must-watch:
Some of the abuse Scotland's SNP MPs are subjected to... pic.twitter.com/0w6eaJoymX
— Phantom Power (@PhantomPower14) January 31, 2019
You can view Mhairi Black's full speech by clicking here.
Is it any wonder that when these attitudes exist, Westminster feels so confident in trampling over Scotland's voice on issues like Brexit?
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