Those attending include Scotland’s John Swinney, Wales’ Rhun ap Iorwerth and Northern Ireland’s Michelle O’Neill, with Sinn Féin president Mary Lou McDonald also expected. It is the first time pro‑independence parties lead all three devolved nations.
The agreement focuses on cooperation in the economy, energy, international relations and self‑determination.
The leaders are attending as party heads, not in official government roles.
Their move increases pressure on UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham, who has said a Scottish referendum could be considered only if there is clear public consensus, while stressing that independence itself is not currently on the table.
Northern Ireland’s deputy First Minister Emma Little‑Pengelly has clarified that O’Neill is not signing anything in her official capacity.
The meeting does not trigger any legal change or automatic break‑up of the UK. Any independence referendum would still require Westminster approval.
The agreement focuses on cooperation in the economy, energy, international relations and self‑determination.
The leaders are attending as party heads, not in official government roles.
Their move increases pressure on UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham, who has said a Scottish referendum could be considered only if there is clear public consensus, while stressing that independence itself is not currently on the table.
Northern Ireland’s deputy First Minister Emma Little‑Pengelly has clarified that O’Neill is not signing anything in her official capacity.
The meeting does not trigger any legal change or automatic break‑up of the UK. Any independence referendum would still require Westminster approval.
Would be glad if it happens...leeches!
ReplyDeleteWho are the leeches
DeleteSlave master @20:38, LOL.
Delete@20.38, most non oil producing states are the leeches
DeleteNigeria get sense
ReplyDeleteI hope they gain their freedom
ReplyDeleteIt's long overdue
ReplyDeleteDem ppl been wanting to break free since 1600 something. So many wars and skirmishes and they always failed.
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