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New Scottish Labour leader calls on UK to reverse Brexit and rejoin EU
Scottish Labour leader says the UK should re-join EU
Scottish Labour leader says the UK should re-join EU: Michael Marra said he wanted "solidarity, not separation" and accepted that "re-joining the EU won't be ...
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Key FactsScottish Labour's Marra and Fagan Set for Debate
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  • The debate is scheduled for Wednesday evening, August 19, 2026, on the programme Scotland Tonight.

  • Monica Lennon received nominations from only two MPs and did not reach the final run-off.

  • Marra has backing from 24 MPs and seven MSPs, while Fagan has seven MPs and five MSPs.

  • Voting opens on August 28, and the new party leader is due to be announced on September 19.
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