Scotland Act 1998: Section 35 Power

Part of the debate – in the House of Commons at 1:54 pm on 17 January 2023.

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Photo of Alister Jack Alister Jack The Secretary of State for Scotland 1:54, 17 January 2023

My hon. Friend is absolutely right that tone is important in these matters, and I have not taken this decision lightly. I took it after due consideration of the legal advice. Yes, let us take the heat out of these matters by dealing with the legal issues, and then let us see if we can find a resolution.