Boris Johnson will not meet Scotland's first minister this week, according to a letter seen by the BBC.
Boris Johnson will not meet Scotland's first minister for talks during a visit this week.
Nicola Sturgeon had invited the prime minister to her official residence to discuss recovery after the Covid pandemic.Instead, Mr Johnson has suggested a meeting with other first ministers at a later date. In a letter to Ms Sturgeon seen by the BBC, Mr Johnson writes: "The UK government is working closely with the devolved Scottish government on a variety of different issues."
He added: "I look forward to meeting with you soon and working together in the interests of people in all parts of our country."
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