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On the recordJune 7, 2026
Embarking upon an inquiry into matters that properly belong to the jurisdiction of the Scottish Parliament, and doing so without its consent, risks reopening old divisions and damaging relationships that have been carefully rebuilt.
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Pete Wishart
Scottish National Party

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Expressing concerns about the inquiry's impact on relationships.

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