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Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland Sign EU-Focused Constitutional Memorandum

By Drooid · Sep 14, 2026, 2:54 PM UTC · How we work

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EU Future Claim

First Minister of Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland met in Cardiff on Monday to discuss closer cooperation and constitutional issues.
The signed memorandum declares that the future of Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland belongs in the European Union.
Emma Little-Pengelly said Michelle O'Neill attended in her Sinn Féin role without First Minister permission.
The memorandum urges the British government to prepare, plan and facilitate constitutional change.

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Funding Devolution Push

First Minister of Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland met in Cardiff on Monday to discuss closer cooperation and constitutional issues.
The leaders presented the talks as an opportunity to secure fair funding and devolved powers that would benefit ordinary citizens.
Welsh First Minister Rhun ap Iorwerth said the meeting must ensure resource sharing for citizens.
DUP leader Emma Little-Pengelly said Michelle O’Neill lacks authority to act as First Minister.

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EU Future Claim

First Minister of Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland met in Cardiff on Monday to discuss closer cooperation and constitutional issues.
The signed memorandum declares that the future of Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland belongs in the European Union.
Emma Little-Pengelly said Michelle O'Neill attended in her Sinn Féin role without First Minister permission.
The memorandum urges the British government to prepare, plan and facilitate constitutional change.

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