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Tory leadership rivals set out opposition to second Scottish independence referendum as new figures show inflation tops 10 per cent, writes Matt Mathers

Liz Truss said she would “not allow” another referendum on Scottish independence (Jane Barlow/PA) (PA Wire)

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