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Scotland's place in Europe inquiry

Inquiry

The overall EU referendum result was a vote for leave, but a breakdown of the vote shows that in Scotland a clear majority of people voted to remain. The inquiry looks at available options for retaining Scotland's EU membership and focus on how Scotland can best be represented in future negotiations.

Terms of reference

How will the EU referendum result affect Scotland's relationship with Europe?
In light of the way Scotland voted in the EU referendum, what options exist for Scotland to remain a member of the EU?
What role will Scotland have in the process of the UK's withdrawal from the EU?
How will Scotland be included in the Government's Brexit negotiations?
What future relationship with the EU would be best for Scotland?
How will Scottish interests be represented in the negotiations regarding the UK's withdrawal from, and future relationship with, the EU?
How will the UK’s withdrawal from the EU affect Scottish devolution and Scotland's funding settlement?
What consequences and opportunities exist for developing Scottish trade in Europe and beyond in light of the EU referendum result?

Work news

Constitutional implications of Brexit examined

Scottish Affairs Committee examines how Scotland's devolution settlement might change post-Brexit

David Mundell questioned on UK Government's Brexit plans

Scottish Affairs Committee also examines how Scottish interests will inform Government's priorities for Brexit

14 December 2016

Scottish Government questioned on their vision of Scotland's place in Europe

Scottish Affairs Committee examines the Scottish Government's priorities following the EU referendum result

5 December 2016

Scotland's position in EU examined in Glasgow

Scottish Affairs Committee visits Glasgow to discuss Scotland's place within EU with key industries

19 October 2016

What options exist for Scotland's future relationship with the EU?

Scottish Affairs Committee examines Scotland's future relationship with Europe following referendum

7 September 2016

Scotland's place in Europe inquiry launched

Scottish Affairs Committee launches an inquiry into Scotland's place in Europe, following the referendum

Contact us

Email: scotaffcom@parliament.uk
Phone: 020 7219 1810 (general enquiries) | 020 7219 0731 (media inquiries)