Scottish MSPs vote on plans put forward by John Swinney for a second independence referendum. Under the proposals, the Scottish Parliament formally asks Westminster to transfer the necessary powers from the UK government to Holyrood so a referendum on Scottish independence can be held. According to reporting across outlets, the motion is backed by MSPs in the Scottish Parliament, and the vote proceeds on the basis that a referendum would require changes in the current distribution of powers. However, the plans depend on Westminster agreeing to the transfer. One outlet reports that Westminster rejects the referendum, indicating that the UK government does not accept the proposal as outlined. The overall picture presented is that Holyrood is advancing a constitutional route to enable another referendum, while the UK government’s position remains a barrier to holding one in practice unless the required powers are granted.