Starmer said “no” to a referendum on Scottish independence echoing assertions by Unionist MSP’s who state that Scots have no appetite for one. The way to resolve the standoff is to hold a consultative referendum putting the question only to Scots born Scots: Do you support the Scottish goverment holding a referendum on Scotttish Independence? An outcome in favour of holding a referendum will provide the mandate the Scottish Goverment needs, according to the Unionists at Westmister.