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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Politics
Matthew Weaver

Sturgeon warns Truss not to ‘gerrymander’ Scottish referendum rules

Nicola Sturgeon has warned Liz Truss against any attempt to “gerrymander the rules” on Scottish independence amid reports that ministers are planning measures to make securing a yes vote more difficult.

An unnamed supporter of Truss, who is expected to become prime minister this week, suggested her government would introduce a requirement to demonstrate 60% support for another referendum before a new independence vote could be held.

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