Burnham tells Swinney independence is 'off limits' at Glasgow Commonwealth Games meeting
Summary
Prime Minister Andy Burnham met with the Scottish and Welsh first ministers in Glasgow before the 2026 Commonwealth Games. Burnham said a second Scottish independence referendum is not allowed and discussed plans to give more power to local governments while working closely with Scotland and Wales.Key Facts
- Andy Burnham met John Swinney (Scottish First Minister) and Rhun ap Iorwerth (Welsh First Minister) in Glasgow.
- Burnham said another referendum on Scottish independence is "off limits."
- Swinney welcomed discussions about giving more powers to local communities with the Scottish government’s involvement.
- Burnham wants devolution (giving powers from the central government to local areas) to help bring jobs and revive local economies.
- The meetings were partly about improving cooperation between the UK government and Scotland and Wales.
- Welsh First Minister Rhun ap Iorwerth asked for Wales to have powers equal to Scotland.
- Both Scottish and Welsh leaders expressed hope for better relationships with the UK government.
- The meetings took place ahead of the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
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