Strength of the Union 2021 Senedd Election 2021-05-19
2021-05-19
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Q1
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Following the 2021 Senedd election, concerns have been raised about the impact on the strength of the United Kingdom.
What assessment has he made of the effect of the outcome of the 2021 Senedd election on the strength of the Union?
The results of the recent elections clearly show that a majority of voters in Wales—and in Scotland, actually—voted for pro-Unionist parties. It is clear that voters in Wales want the freedom to study, work, live and travel freely between England and Wales without a border.
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Q2
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Following a supplementary question on the previous topic, there is further inquiry about the reasons for increased support for pro-Unionist parties.
Does my hon. Friend agree that, following the elections, and apart from evident self-interest, the Union is ever stronger because of abundant common interest?
My right hon. Friend has been in this House for many years and has a great deal of wisdom. He makes an important point. We are united by a shared love of the Union, our United Kingdom and the firm belief that we are stronger together than apart—[Interruption.]
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The questioner's request for specific agreement on the impact of common interests was not directly addressed.
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