- Discussions were held in Belfast regarding UK political movements, focusing on constitutional change and the cause of self-determination involving Northern Ireland, Scotland, and Wales.
- John Swinney leverages the independence majority in the Scottish Parliament while rejecting the authority of the UK government, facing scrutiny from peers like Malcolm Offord.
Pro-secession parties backed a formal request for a new vote, demanding Downing Street issue a Section 30 order regarding independence claims.
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What happened
Pro-secession parties backed a formal request for a new vote, demanding Downing Street issue a Section 30 order regarding independence claims.
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What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- On May 26, 2026, the Scottish Parliament pushed for a Section 30 order and proposed amendments to allow an independence referendum.Sub-event
Demands made for a new vote and Section 30 order regarding independence claims.1 source
Pro-secession parties backed a formal request for another vote on leaving the UK and demanded Downing Street issue a Section 30 order.1 source
Swinney demands a Section 30 order for a referendum while facing scrutiny over past conduct.1 source
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John Swinney
Scottish politician (born 1964)