Swinney: Scots will ‘resoundingly’ back independence if second vote takes place

John Swinney told MSPs Scots will ‘resoundingly’ back independence if a second referendum takes place (Jane Barlow/PA) -

Scots will “resoundingly” back the “golden opportunity” of independence if a second referendum takes place, First Minister John Swinney has said.

The SNP leader used a statement on the first day of business at Holyrood after the election to set out his plans for the next five-year term – with independence at the heart of them.