AN SNP MP has challenged the Prime Minister to give the money for his “latest fantasy bridge” directly to the devolved governments concerned.
Treasury spokesperson Alison Thewliss urged Boris Johnson to give the cash directly to the Scottish and Northern Irish governments so they could invest the money where is needed.
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She also referenced the issue of the munitions dumped by the MoD on part of the planned route.
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It's clear that the PM isn't even aware of Beaufort's Dyke - as written about by @robedwards53 - and his plans for a bridge between Scotland and Northern Ireland are pure fantasy. Money should instead be given directly to the devolved governments to invest in local priorities. pic.twitter.com/iS4Qm6bpzo
— Alison Thewliss (@alisonthewliss) February 11, 2020
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