Douglas Alexander: “I am a little puzzled about why, when we come to a good conclusion and we stand up and compliment the Democratic members…”

Let us be very clear from Liverpool – fire and rehire is a pernicious policy that is a scandalous way to treat any worker.

I am fully committed to being Scotland's voice at the UK Government's Cabinet table, and to working in close alignment with the Prime Minister and parliamentary colleagues to deliver for Scotland within the UK.

We are saying the time has come to think broadly about what should be our options.

Respect for devolution and a commitment to constructive joint working are central to our approach to rewiring the state and ensuring good growth in every postcode.