On the recordOctober 3, 2026
Scotland's future success depends on returning to EU membership as an independent nation.
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John Swinney
Scottish National Party
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thenational.scotJohn Swinney: “Scotland's future success depends on returning to EU membership as an independent nation.”
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First Minister discussing Scotland's future and EU membership.
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