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Stephen Flynn challenges the prime minister to 'bring it on' over a Scottish independence referendum
Overview
SNP minister Stephen Flynn has urged the prime minister to 'bring it on' and allow a Scottish independence referendum, telling the SNP conference in Aberdeen that independence supporters are winning the argument. His comments follow remarks from Prime Minister Andy Burnham regarding border polls and public consensus, though the prime minister has previously stated that a second referendum remains off limits without Westminster consent.
Key points
- SNP minister Stephen Flynn called on the prime minister to 'bring it on' regarding a Scottish independence referendum.
- Flynn told the SNP conference in Aberdeen that the independence movement is winning the argument.
- Prime Minister Andy Burnham previously stated a border poll would be considered if there is a clear public consensus, but also maintained a referendum is off limits.
- First Minister John Swinney aims to hold a second independence referendum by 2031, though Supreme Court rulings require Westminster consent.