Scottish Parliament votes against triggering of Brexit process; Tories brand it 'grievance politics'

UK legislation to remove Britain from the European Union should not proceed, according to Scottish politicians.

Scottish Parliament votes against triggering of Brexit process; Tories brand it 'grievance politics'
Tue, 07 Feb, 2017 - 20:25

UK legislation to remove Britain from the European Union should not proceed, according to Scottish politicians.

Holyrood voted by 90 to 34 for a motion from the Scottish Government saying the European Union (Notification of Withdrawal) Bill should not proceed.

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