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On the recordJuly 22, 2026
But what we’ve got to make sure is we take decisions that can stand up to scrutiny in the courts, and that’s what the UK Government’s got to do.
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John Swinney
Scottish National Party

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On the need for legally sound decisions regarding energy.

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