While acknowledging Patricia Gibson's efforts to secure the debate, Douglas Ross stated that in his constituency and others during the recent general election campaign, issues such as the claim of right for Scotland did not come up frequently. He noted that healthcare funding and service delivery were critical issues raised by constituents, indicating a focus on tangible matters rather than constitutional debates. Referring to SNP leaflets promoting votes against Brexit or Boris Johnson but not explicitly advocating independence, Ross argued that the SNP's campaign was misleading. On the issue of once-in-a-generation referendums, he cited the 2014 White Paper which stated such referenda were rare events. He also highlighted recent council by-election victories for the Scottish Conservatives as evidence of shifting public opinion. Finally, Ross emphasised focusing on issues like hospital building and police station conditions rather than constitutional wrangling.