Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland invoked their right to independence. The prime ministers of the three territories signed a joint memorandum of understanding. John Swinney represented Scotland, Rhun ap Iorwerth represented Wales and Michelle O'Neill represented Northern Ireland. The memorandum formalizes the common position of the three British territories regarding the independence process.
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Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland invoke right to independence
SAPO14 September 2026 at 14:11
Why this matters
The memorandum represents a coordinated position of the three constituent nations of the United Kingdom regarding the question of self-determination. Readers in the region learn that the regional governments are formalizing a common front on the independence process, which may represent a new chapter in the internal constitutional relations of the United Kingdom. This development comes in the wake of growing tensions between Westminster and the devolved governments.
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