The Scottish National Party (SNP) will press for a parliamentary vote on Palestinian statehood recognition, threatening to introduce a 'Palestine Recognition Bill'. This decision follows a cross-party letter from 221 MPs, calling on the Government to recognize Palestine amid the ongoing crisis in Gaza. SNP leader Stephen Flynn stated that this Bill would be tabled when Parliament resumes unless there are changes in the Prime Minister's stance. The move aligns with international actions, including France's commitment to recognize Palestine at the UN General Assembly.
The Scottish National Party (SNP) is set to intensify pressure on Sir Keir Starmer, threatening to compel a parliamentary vote on recognition of Palestinian statehood by the UK.
Stephen Flynn, the SNP's Westminster leader, announced plans to introduce a 'Palestine Recognition Bill' in the House of Commons once Parliament reconvenes from recess, unless the Prime Minister alters his stance.
This move follows a cross-party letter signed by 221 MPs, urging the Government to take significant steps towards recognizing Palestine amidst global outcry over the situation in Gaza.
The SNP aims to introduce the Bill to align with the gathering of world leaders at the UN General Assembly, urging immediate action regarding the crisis.
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