Westminster’s time is coming to an end, say first ministers of UK’s Celtic nations
Summary
The leaders of Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland’s main nationalist parties met in Cardiff to discuss independence referendums. They agreed that the political situation in the UK is changing and urged the British government to support constitutional changes that allow each nation to decide its future.Key Facts
- Leaders from Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland, and Ireland signed a memorandum recognizing changing political landscapes and the possibility of independence referendums.
- This was the first in-person meeting of these nationalist parties since Welsh separatists won the Senedd elections.
- Sinn Féin expects a vote on Irish reunification by 2030, and the Scottish National Party wants a second independence referendum within five years.
- There is growing public support for independence in Scotland (around 47%), Northern Ireland (36%), and Wales (32%).
- The British government has been urged to prepare and allow referendums on independence, respecting democratic choices.
- UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham supports regional power devolution in England but has said a repeat of the 2014 Scottish referendum is off the table for now.
- President Donald Trump expressed support for Irish reunification during a visit, which was quickly opposed by UK officials.
- Each Celtic nation has different goals and timelines for independence, and England’s role in future UK discussions remains unclear.
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