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John Swinney: “During the election campaign I made it abundantly clear I would not cooperate with Reform in this parliament because of…”

On the recordJune 14, 2026
During the election campaign I made it abundantly clear I would not cooperate with Reform in this parliament because of the way in which they pursue this issue which incites racial hatred in our society.
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John Swinney
Scottish National Party

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Statement on cooperation with Reform UK.

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