[英国憲政リスク] スウィニー発言後、争点は2028年住民投票の法的経路へ

One-sentence summary: The Times’ debate coverage says Swinney was pressed hard as he reiterated that an SNP majority could underpin a renewed independence push, including a possible 2028 vote.

The Guardian • Accessed 2026-04-13

Rhun ap Iorwerth, the leader of Plaid Cymru, speaking during the party’s campaign launch in Caerphilly last month. Photograph: Matthew Horwood/Getty Images View image in fullscreen Rhun ap Iorwerth, the leader of Plaid Cymru, speaking during the party’s campaign launch in Caerphilly last month.

Swinney says Scottish independence referendum could be held in 2028

BBC • Accessed Sun, 12 Apr 2026 21:07:24 GMT

Swinney says Scottish independence referendum could be held in 2028

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yahoo • Accessed 2026-04-11

Russel Findlay, left, clashed with John Swinney, right, during the debate, which was hosted by Stephen Jardine [Getty Images] Scotland could have a second independence referendum as soon as 2028, First Minister John Swinney has said. The SNP leader, who was facing other party leaders in a BBC Scotland Debate Night special in Paisley Town Hall, said it was perfectly conceivable that a vote on the constitution could be held within two years.

One-sentence summary: Swinney said at a BBC Scotland leaders’ debate that a second independence referendum by 2028 was “perfectly conceivable,” prompting immediate pushback from Labour, Conservatives, and Reform UK.

co • Accessed 2026-04-11

Streeting rules out second Scottish independence referendum as UK has 'had enough chaos' 12 Apr 2026, 13:40 | Updated: 9h ago Share Facebook WhatsApp Email Link Copied Link CheckCircle Health Secretary Wes Streeting, a close ally of Anas Sarwar, has said the Labour government would not grant a second independence referendum.

One-sentence summary: In direct response to Swinney’s referendum line, UK Health Secretary Wes Streeting said Labour would refuse a new vote even if the SNP won a Holyrood majority.

co • Accessed 2026-04-11

News | Politics It is for independence supporters to set out referendum route – Sarwar The Scottish Labour leader spoke out on independence on Sunday’s televised BBC debate. Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar (PA) PA Wire Rachel Keenan 1 minute ago Get our award-winning daily news email featuring exclusive stories, opinion and expert analysis Sign up I would like to be emailed about offers, event and updates from Evening Standard. Read our privacy notice .

One-sentence summary: Following the same BBC debate where Swinney raised 2028, Anas Sarwar argued pro-independence parties must explain a realistic legal path to any second referendum.

thetimes • Accessed 2026-04-13

Who won the BBC Scottish election debate? Swinney on defensive Which leader stood out as the main six parties went head-to-head at Paisley Town Hall before the Holyrood elections in May? Previous Article Next Article

One-sentence summary: The Guardian reports that a strong SNP result could revive the constitutional clash with Westminster, with Swinney’s referendum ambitions back at the center of UK politics.

co • Accessed 2026-04-06

Scottish Tory leader Russell Findlay has vowed to “give absolutely everything” to prevent John Swinney and the SNP from winning a majority in next month’s Holyrood election – with the Conservative warning this could lead to the “living nightmare” of a second vote on the future of the UK. Mr Findlay said the thought of having a second “divisive and distracting referendum” is “not just concerning to me, but terrifying”.