THE UK's devolved leaders are set to meet in Cardiff to sign an agreement aimed at putting pressure on Downing Street to hold referendums on independence.
The meeting on Monday will involve the first ministers of the UK’s three devolved nations, where they are set to sign a memorandum of understanding pushing for constitutional change in their respective countries.
SNP leader John Swinney, Plaid Cymru leader Rhun ap Iorwerth and Sinn Fein vice president Michelle O’Neill will meet in Cardiff.
Sinn Fein’s president Mary Lou McDonald, who is the leader of the opposition in the Irish Dail, will also attend the meeting.
The group will meet in their capacity as party leaders, rather than as officials in their respective governments. They are due to discuss partnership around the economy, energy and international co-operation.
They will also call on the UK Government to “prepare, plan and facilitate constitutional change in Wales, Scotland and the north of Ireland”.
How to watch as devolved leaders meet to sign independence declaration?
You will likely be able to watch live on TV from any rolling news channel such as Sky News or the BBC.
The National also understands that the Press Association will be streaming the speeches live online on their social media pages.
The National will have rolling news coverage throughout today of the key points, as well as updates and other important developments as they come.
