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Confusion at Holyrood as MSPs reject extending Reform UK's burqa ban debate

Deputy Presiding Officer Clare Adamson MSP (Image: ScotParl TV)

A DEBATE on Reform UK's proposal to introduce a ban on face coverings descended into confusion at Holyrood after MSPs rejected an attempt to extend proceedings to allow more members to speak.

With a large number of MSPs wishing to contribute, Deputy Presiding Officer Clare Adamson said she was minded to accept a motion without notice to extend the debate by up to 30 minutes.

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