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John Swinney: “The fundamental right to decide our nation's future remains.”

On the recordSeptember 23, 2026
The fundamental right to decide our nation's future remains.
Said by
John Swinney
Scottish National Party
Source
bbc.co.uk

Editor's note · Context

Emphasizing Scotland's right to self-determination.

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