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Nations and regions summit a chance to ‘speak frankly’, says Swinney
Prime Minister Keir Starmer (centre) speaks with (left to right) Northern Ireland's Deputy First Minister Emma Little-Pengelly, Northern Ireland's First Minister Michelle O'Neill, Wales' First Minister Eluned Morgan, Scotland's First Minister John Swinney and Britain's Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster Pat McFadden during the Council of the Nations and Regions in Edinburgh, the first gathering for metro mayors and first ministers of devolved administrations, October 11, 2024

A UK government summit of nations and regions should provide an opportunity to “speak frankly about the big issues facing Scotland,” according to John Swinney.

The SNP First Minister made the remarks as heads of devolved governments and metro mayors arrived in Edinburgh for the first Council of Nations and Regions, chaired by Prime Minister Keir Starmer, today.

Mr Swinney said: “In July, I pledged to work constructively with the Prime Minister to tackle poverty, grow Scotland’s economy and support our public services.

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