Comments from Health Secretary Wes Streeting ruling out a new independence referendum have prompted a response from the Alliance to Liberate Scotland, who say the position brings clarity to the constitutional debate.

The intervention from Westminster has been seized upon as a defining moment in the campaign, with the Alliance arguing it confirms that any future vote on independence will not be initiated by the UK Government.

The party has framed the comments as a turning point, suggesting they remove any remaining ambiguity around how constitutional change could be delivered.

In response, Alliance to Liberate Scotland has called on independence supporters to rethink how they use their vote, particularly on the regional list.

The party argues that previous election outcomes have not translated into the change many voters expected, despite pro independence majorities at Holyrood.

Alliance to Liberate Scotland said:

“Westminster has made its position clear, and with that clarity comes responsibility for those who want to see change.

“No more polite requests to London.

“No more waiting for permission.

“No more pretending that Scotland’s future rests in anyone’s hands but our own.

“The message is now unmistakable, decisions about Scotland’s future will not be driven from Westminster.

“The regional list vote is central to how the next parliament is shaped, and how it is used will have a direct impact on representation.

“Every vote carries weight, and every decision made at the ballot box contributes to the direction the country takes next.”

The statement also references wider analysis of the electoral system, including ongoing debate around how list votes are converted into seats.

Within that context, the Alliance argues that voting patterns on the regional ballot have become a key factor in determining the balance of power at Holyrood.

The party’s position reflects a broader discussion within the independence movement about strategy, voter turnout and how to maximise representation.

With the election approaching, attention is increasingly focused on how both constituency and list votes will shape the next parliament.

The coming weeks are likely to see further debate on how different approaches could influence the outcome, particularly in a contest where margins may prove decisive.