Nicola Sturgeon: Scottish independence will be part of ‘wider shake-up’ of UK

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Former first minister makes prediction as senior political figures reflect on 10th anniversary of referendumNicola Sturgeon has predicted that Scotland will become an independent country as part of a “wider shake-up” of the UK, as senior figures across Scottish politics reflect on the 10th anniversary of the referendum.With support for independence stabilised at just below 50%, the former first minister told BBC Scotland News: “I believe that, perhaps as part of a wider shake-up of UK governance, the reunification of Ireland, perhaps, more autonomy in Wales, that I think we will see Scotland become an independent country.” Continue reading…

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Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2024/sep/18/nicola-sturgeon-scottish-independence-wider-shake-up-uk

Author : Libby Brooks Scotland correspondent

Publish date : 2024-09-18 11:04:15

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