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Boris Johnson heads to Scotland as support for independence appears to grow

The prime minister heads to Scotland to try and counter Cabinet fears over rising support for Scottish independence.

Covid-19 has seen UK nations respond differently to the pandemic, at times in contrast with the Westminster government.

Boris Johnson’s visit follows a series of polls which seem to suggest there has been an increase of support for Scottish independence, as well as poor approval ratings for the prime minister’s handling of the pandemic compared to First Minister Nicola Sturgeon.

Is a second Scottish independence referendum becoming inevitable?

Boris Johnson will tell Scottish voters if they stick with the UK they will benefit from huge economic support. So what does the future hold for the union?

Political Editor Nick Watt reports.

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