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Scottish political party leaders react to General Election announcement

What have leaders of political parties in Scotland made to the Prime Minister's announcement to call a General Election on July 4?

Chris Brayford
clock • 3 min read
First Minister John Swinney, leader of the Scottish National Party, said the General Election provided the platform for the SNP to put forward its case for independence.
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First Minister John Swinney, leader of the Scottish National Party, said the General Election provided the platform for the SNP to put forward its case for independence.

Political parties in Scotland have welcomed the announcement of a General Election in six weeks time. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak confirmed the UK will head to the polls on July 4 to vote for the party...

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