Written Question·Scotland Office·UIN 908004

Scottish Government: Republic of Ireland

Tabled: 12 February 2026

Answered: 25 February 2026

Named Day

Question

Jack Rankin

To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland, what information his Department holds on whether the First Minister of Scotland discussed reserved matters during his visit to Dublin in November 2025.

Answer

Mr Douglas Alexander

International affairs are reserved under the Scotland Act, and it is essential that the UK speaks with one voice overseas. FCDO guidance on the overseas activity of devolved government ministers only covers ministerial-level engagement. Accordingly, UK Go...

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