Nicola Sturgeon Presser re2nd Scottish Referendum3

The transcript discusses Scotland's position on Brexit, emphasizing the desire to remain in the EU or at least in the single market. Despite efforts to reach a compromise with the UK Government, there has been no progress, leading to concerns about a hard Brexit. The UK Government's lack of consultation with the Scottish Government and other devolved administrations is highlighted, along with the potential erosion of the Scottish Parliament's powers. The transcript underscores the importance of Scotland's voice in significant national matters.

What was the Scottish Government's stance on the UK's membership in the single market post-Brexit?

• They argued for the UK to stay in the single market or allow Scotland to do so.

• They wanted the UK to leave the single market.

• They wanted Scotland to leave the UK.

• They had no opinion on the single market.

What was the outcome of the Scottish Government's efforts to reach a compromise with the UK Government?

• The Scottish Government decided to leave the UK.

• There was no UK-wide agreement, and the UK Government did not compromise.

• The UK Government moved towards compromise.

• A successful agreement was reached.

How did the UK Government approach the idea of Scotland having a different Brexit deal?

• They were open to discussions.

• They refused to discuss a differential approach for Scotland.

• They immediately agreed to a special deal for Scotland.

• They consulted with the Scottish Government extensively.

What was the UK Government's stance on the Scottish Parliament's powers post-Brexit?

• They planned to give full autonomy to the Scottish Parliament.

• They wanted to increase the Scottish Parliament's powers.

• They were indifferent to the Scottish Parliament's powers.

• They intended to assert more control over the powers Scotland already had.

What does the Scottish Government fear about their voice in UK matters?

• That it will be heard more than ever.

• That it will be ignored on important issues.

• That it will be the only voice considered.

• That it will dominate UK decisions.