×
App Icon
The Standard e-Paper
Stay Informed, Even Offline
★★★★ - on Play Store
Download App

Scottish nationalists must rule out repeat referendum, says UK minister

Glasgow, Scotland: Scottish nationalists must rule out holding another referendum on independence to prevent damaging uncertainty hanging over the future of the United Kingdom, Britain's Scotland minister will say on Sunday.

After a close fought campaign Scots voted last month by 55 to 45 percent to reject independence and keep the 307-year-old union with England intact, prompting the resignation of First Minister and leader of the Scottish National Party Alex Salmond.

Get Full Access for Ksh299/Week.
Bold Reporting Takes Time, Courage and Investment. Stand With Us.
  • Unlimited access to all premium content
  • Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience
  • Mobile-optimized reading experience
  • Weekly Newsletters
  • MPesa, Airtel Money and Cards accepted
Already a subscriber? Log in