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John Swinney: The UK Government's announcement of a trade ban on Israeli settlements is welcome and long overdue.

On the recordSeptember 9, 2026
The UK Government's announcement of a trade ban on Israeli settlements is welcome and long overdue.
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John Swinney
Scottish National Party

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Commenting on the trade ban on Israeli settlements.

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