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Claudia Savage

Rachel Reeves: SNP in absurd position over criticism of EU-UK fisheries deal

Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves defended the UK-EU deal (Hannah McKay/PA) - (PA Wire)

Rachel Reeves has said the SNP are in an “absurd situation where they support Reform and the Tories” in response to criticism of the EU-UK deal’s impact on the Scottish fishing industry.

SNP MP Dave Doogan (Angus and Perthshire Glens) said a “growth-threatening Sword of Damocles” has been placed over the sector in Scotland following the agreement, which allows a further 12 years of access to UK waters for boats from the EU.

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