'Sneering, arrogant' remarks from Michael Gove strengthening Scottish independence support, says Nicola Sturgeon

The “sneering, arrogant condescension” by Michael Gove in comments about another referendum are strengthening support for Scottish independence, Nicola Sturgeon has said.

The UK Cabinet Office minister has said he “can’t see” Boris Johnson agreeing to another vote before the next general election, adding it is “reckless” to discuss the issue while the country is still recovering from the coronavirus pandemic.

But Scotland’s First Minister said the argument the nations of the United Kingdom are equals “completely disintegrates” if the UK Government refuses to allow another vote on independence.