Alan Brown: “It was absolutely right that the SNP Scottish Government recognised…”

On the recordJune 9, 2026

It was absolutely right that the SNP Scottish Government recognised that fact and announced the bank holiday to allow people across Scotland – in our NHS and elsewhere – to enjoy and savour the moment.

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Alan Brown

Scottish National Party

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Alan Brown: “It was absolutely right that the SNP Scottish Government recognised that fact and announced the bank holiday to allow…”

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