Swinney says independence referendum could be held in 2028

Scottish First Minister John Swinney stated that a second independence referendum could be held as soon as 2028. During a debate in Paisley, he emphasized that the people of Scotland are entitled to decide their constitutional future. Party leaders, including Green co-leader Ross Greer and Labour leader Anas Sarwar, expressed differing views on the issue, while Swinney highlighted the need for an SNP majority to break the current constitutional deadlock.