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John Swinney: “If Andy Burnham genuinely believes people should have more control over their future, he can recognise that by…”

On the recordJune 30, 2026
If Andy Burnham genuinely believes people should have more control over their future, he can recognise that by confirming Scotland's national right to self-determination.
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John Swinney
Scottish National Party

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Challenging Burnham on Scotland's right to self-determination.

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