Lanarkshire MSP demands Westminster 'respects Scottish democracy' following Supreme Court independence ruling

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Airdrie and Shotts' MSP has demanded that Westminster "respects Scottish democracy" after the Supreme Court ruled that the Scottish Parliament does not have the power to hold an independence referendum.Neil Gray also says yesterday's Supreme Court ruling must be respected, but that "it demonstrates that Scotland is not part of a voluntary union".

The MSP told Lanarkshire Live : "Westminster must respect the democratic mandate delivered by the people of Scotland in last year’s Scottish elections.

The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now. Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android "A majority of MSPs were elected on holding an independence referendum and that must be upheld.“The Supreme Court ruling is one that must be respected, but what it highlights is that Scotland is not part of a voluntary union."The United Kingdom ceases to be a voluntary union when one member needs to gain the permission of another for the right to choose a different future.“If Westminster does not grant permission for a referendum then it must also outline what the democratic route is for Scotland to have a say on its future.“In the meantime, the Scottish Government will continue to outline how Scotland can forge a path towards a better, fairer independent country away from the chaos at Westminster.”