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Stephen Gethins: In the EU we have a model whereby you can respect the views of different nations and constituent parts, respect their…

On the recordJuly 7, 2026
In the EU we have a model whereby you can respect the views of different nations and constituent parts, respect their sovereignty, strengthen their sovereignty, and strengthen their independence – that’s the 21st century model of union, one in which our neighbours in Ireland are thriving, and have no plans to give up.
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Stephen Gethins
Scottish National Party

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Discussing the need for a new model of union for Scotland.

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