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UK’s top court quashes Scotland’s bid for new independence vote

EDINBURGH, Scotland — The U.K.’s top judges threw out an attempt by the Scottish government to bypass Westminster and call a second independence referendum, thwarting nationalist leader Nicola Sturgeon’s plan for a vote next year.

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SNP President Michael Russell tells Ireland's Future: ‘Foolish’ to think court ruling ends Scottish independence referendum debate

Speaking in Belfast Michael Russell called the court decision that Scotland cannot legislate for a referendum “the elephant in the room”

Belfast Live

SNP president: ‘Foolish’ to think court ruling ends referendum debate

‘It’s not the judges who are wrong, it is the law that is wrong,’ Michael Russell told a pro-Irish unity conference in Belfast.

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What’s next for indyref2: Can the SNP turn to the international courts?

THE decision by the Supreme Court is that under the current devolution settlement, Holyrood cannot hold an independence referendum without the…

The National (Scotland)

Hundreds gather in Edinburgh rally following Supreme Court's independence ruling

SNP leader Nicola Sturgeon had hoped to conduct IndyRef2 on October 19, 2023, but her plans have now been hit by a setback that makes it unlikely that the vote will go ahead next year

Edinburgh Live

Poll finds half of Scots would back SNP in de-facto indyref2 election

HALF of Scots would vote for the SNP at the next General Election if doing so would mean leaving the Union, a poll has found.

The National (Scotland)

Sunak unconvincingly comes out swinging at PMQs before SNP pile-on

Keir Starmer’s jabs landed better, while the PM wanted the Scots to feel the UK love

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The Guardian view on Scotland and the constitution: a crisis is brewing

Editorial: A supreme court ruling against Nicola Sturgeon’s referendum plans clarifies the challenge ahead for unionists

The Guardian - UK

We will find another lawful way to express will of Scots, says Nicola Sturgeon

Scotland’s first minister sees general election as independence referendum after UK supreme court judgment on second poll

The Guardian - UK

What the Supreme Court's judgment on Scottish independence means for Wales

It could affect any independence referendum Wales tries to hold in the future

Wales Online

Speaker blasts MP after Twitter pile-on following scathing post about Nadine Dorries

Sir Lindsay accused John Nicolson of posting a 'partial and biased' video on Twitter and demanded an apology as the fallout over whether Nadine Dorries should face punishment over remarks made about Channel 4

Daily Mirror

Votes cast for Scottish Greens 'will count towards indy majority in de-facto poll'

EVERY vote cast for the Scottish Greens at the next General Election will count towards a pro-independence majority, the party has confirmed.

The National (Scotland)

Everything Nicola Sturgeon said today as Scottish Government loses Indyref2 court case

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon made a statement after the case for a second independence referendum, which the SNP hoped would take place next year, was denied by the UK Supreme Court

Glasgow Live

Douglas Ross accused of 'leading the charge' in denying Scottish democracy

The Constitution Secretary answered an urgent question tabled by the Scottish Tory leader on Wednesday afternoon following the ruling

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Daily Mirror

Supreme Court ruling on Scottish independence explained - and what happens now

Nicola Sturgeon has vowed to fight the 2024 election as a 'de facto' independence referendum after the Supreme Court blocked her from putting the issue to a vote. So will she get her wish? Here's what you need to know

Edinburgh Live

Failed Edinburgh Christmas operators asked for plans NINE times before deal axed

The council is set to audit its process for awarding contracts after the original operators of the city's popular Christmas market repeatedly missed deadlines to submit plans.

The Guardian - UK

The supreme court’s batting away of Indyref2 leaves Sturgeon more isolated than ever

The five judges’ robust decision leaves the SNP with no choice but to seek independence through a general election, says Guardian columnist Martin Kettle

The Guardian - UK

Scottish independence: supreme court ‘no’ leaves Sturgeon looking for solutions

First minister has always said she seeks ‘gold standard’ of legality for second vote – so where does this leave SNP?

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The Independent UK

Supreme Court Indyref2 decision: What is it and what does it mean?

The Supreme Court ruled that the Scottish Parliament does not have the power to legislate for a referendum.

The National (Scotland)

Media demands to know when Nicola Sturgeon will resign after indyref2 decision

Nicola Sturgeon was repeatedly asked when she would stand down as First Minister following the Supreme Court judgement blocking indyref2.

The Independent UK

Indyref2 ruling signals end of union as we know it, warns Scottish minister

Constitution Secretary Angus Robertson faced an urgent question in Holyrood following the Supreme Court’s decision.

Evening Standard

From Indyref2 to TfL, devolution is a hot mess

The ruling from the Supreme Court was unanimous and clear: the Scottish parliament does not have the power to legislate for a referendum on independence without the consent of the UK government.

Daily Record

Alex Salmond slams Nicola Sturgeon over 'bad gamble that has not paid off' after Supreme Court ruling

The former SNP leader claimed the Scottish Government should have passed legislation for an IndyRef2 and forced Westminster to challenge it.

The Independent UK

Commons Speaker rebukes SNP MP over Twitter post

Sir Lindsay Hoyle called on Ochil and South Perthshire MP John Nicolson to apologise.

The National (Scotland)

SNP in challenge to Tories to fix Scotland Act 'to prove Union is voluntary'

THE SNP have challenged the UK Government to change the law restricting the right of Scotland to hold a second independence referendum.

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