UK top court rules against Scottish independence vote plan

The UK Supreme Court ruled Wednesday that Scotland does not have the power to hold a new referendum on independence without the consent of the British government. The judgment is a setback for the Scottish government’s campaign to break away from the United Kingdom. Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said she would respect the ruling but continue the fight for independence.

UK top court rules against Scottish independence vote plan
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The UK Supreme Court ruled Wednesday that Scotland does not have the power to hold a new referendum on independence without the consent of the British government. The judgment is a setback for the Scottish government’s campaign to break away from the United Kingdom. Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said she would respect the ruling but continue the fight for independence.