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UK: Scottish independence keeps simmering, English realignment continues

UK: Scottish independence keeps simmering, English realignment continues | Speevr

Despite the SNP’s win in Scotland, a second independence referendum is not likely before the next UK general election, which might now be held around 2023. Now essentially a different party from the Conservatives who returned to power over a decade ago, PM Boris Johnson’s …   Become a member to read the rest of […]

UK: The union’s future in spotlight

UK: The union’s future in spotlight | Speevr

European Parliament approval and the formal sign-off by EU member states marked the final stage in the ratification of the post-Brexit trade agreement. But the simultaneous resignation of Northern Ireland’s First Minister Arlene Foster highlights the Brexit-related challen…   Become a member to read the rest of this article

UK: Playing for time on Scottish independence

UK: Playing for time on Scottish independence | Speevr

A second Scottish independence referendum is not the base case after the 6 May regional elections. PM Boris Johnson is likely to strike down respective demands by referring to the pandemic, trying to win time until after the next UK general election. A conversation abou…   Become a member to read the rest of this […]