Promised June meeting between first minister and Starmer not taking place

BBC Politics Thursday 18 June 2026, 13:30 UTC 1 min read

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Starmer had promised meeting with first ministers of Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland this month.

Starmer (PERSON) Wales (LOCATION) Scotland (LOCATION) Northern Ireland (LOCATION)

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