Scottish independence discussions with the UK Government: FOI release
Information request and response under the Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002.
Information requested
Details of any discussions between the Scottish Government and the new UK Government regarding Scottish independence, the possibility of a referendum or further devolution.
Has the Scottish Government been in contact with the UK Government regarding any of the issues above? If so, can I please see the e-mails, letters, etc?
Response
On 7 July 2024, the First Minister welcomed the new Prime Minister to Bute House. A range of topics were covered at this meeting, including devolution. Further details on this meeting can be found at the following link:
First Minister welcomes Prime Minister to Bute House - gov.scot (www.gov.scot)
An exemption under 28(1) of FOISA applies to some of the information requested. The reason why this exemption applies is outlined in Annex B.
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Contact
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Central Correspondence Unit
Email: contactus@gov.scot
Phone: 0300 244 4000
The Scottish Government
St Andrews House
Regent Road
Edinburgh
EH1 3DG
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