Burnham links Scottish vote to public opinion

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has indicated that a second Scottish independence referendum could be considered if public opinion demonstrates a clear consensus, drawing a parallel to the conditions for a border poll in Northern Ireland. The remarks, made during Prime Minister's Questions, sparked immediate debate, with Scotland's First Minister John Swinney interpreting them as an acknowledgement that Scottish voters should determine their nation's political future. However, Downing Street and Mr. Burnham's press secretary subsequently clarified that there has been no change in official policy, reiterating that another referendum remains off limits and that the Labour party opposes Scottish independence. During the exchange, SNP MP Chris Law questioned the Prime Minister about the legal framework for referendums, noting that while the Northern Ireland Act contains provisions for a border poll, no equivalent exists for Scotland. Mr. Burnham responded by stating he would "stick to the Good Friday Agreement 100 per cent.