# Devolved Leaders Unite for Independence Referendums | Glasgow News

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Podcast: [Glasgow News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/glasgow-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7610185)
Published: 2026-09-13T12:53:29+00:00
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First Ministers from Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland are set to unite in a bold move—signing a historic memorandum demanding the UK government finally allow independence referendums. After years of resistance, especially since Scotland’s 2014 vote, the devolved leaders are making their stance crystal clear: they’re not waiting anymore. Though Downing Street insists referendums remain “off limits,” the trio is leveraging their collective political weight to push for self-determination, arguing the current constitutional deadlock is unsustainable. With Scotland’s Education Secretary openly saying another referendum is “not off the table,” this coordinated effort signals a powerful, unified front—and a reckoning for Westminster. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://www.heraldscotland.com/news/26546047.swinney-sign-referendum-agreement-sinn-f-plaid-cymru/ More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/2b5cbcfbc9b7aad7 Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

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