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Euan Stainbank: If I’m reading this polling right, 41% of our voters wouldn't support this and I don't know how this helps us stand up…

On the recordJuly 17, 2026
If I’m reading this polling right, 41% of our voters wouldn't support this and I don't know how this helps us stand up for Scotland by reducing Scottish Labour MPs’ relevance.
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Euan Stainbank
Labour Party

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Expressing skepticism about the proposal for a split from UK Labour.

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