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House of Commons · General Debate

Scotland (Self-Determination)

01 February 2023 · 1 other contributor

Opened by Neale Hanvey SNP Glasgow Cathcart

Scotland

Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.

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At a glance

Neale Hanvey raised concerns about scotland (self-determination) in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.

Key points

  • Hanvey moved to amend the Scotland Act 1998 to allow a Scottish independence referendum to be held by the Scottish Parliament with public approval and a seven year gap between referendums
  • He emphasised Scotland's historical context of sovereignty
  • No specific asks of the government or commitments made were recorded

How the debate unfolded

MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said.

Opened the debate

Neale Hanvey SNP Glasgow Cathcart

Hanvey moved to amend the Scotland Act 1998 to transfer legislative power for a Scottish independence referendum to the Scottish Parliament, subject to public approval and with a seven-year period between referendums. He emphasised the historical context of Scotland's sovereignty and argued that the Bill would preserve democratic rights and align with international legal precedents.

Other contributors (1)
  • Neale Hanvey SNP Glasgow Cathcart

    Hanvey argued for a standardised mechanism to hold an independence referendum, based on democratic mandate and in line with established UK precedent. He cited historical context and legal principles underscoring Scotland's right of self-determination.

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