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On the recordJune 30, 2026
If Andy Burnham truly believes in devolution the first step he should take as prime minister must be to listen to the people of Scotland and give us power over our own energy resources.
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Jack Middleton
Scottish National Party

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Commenting on energy control for Scotland.

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