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PE2245: Keep the William Wallace letter in Scotland

Petition Summary

Calling on the Scottish Parliament to urge the Scottish Government to keep the Wallace Letter, known as the Safe conduct/Letter of introduction, in Scotland.

The letter is on loan from the National Archives and is a key item of significant cultural importance to Scotland and our history. It is due to end its loan period in September 2026, and we want the letter extended indefinitely and kept where it is most significant.

Petitioner: David Reid

Status: Under consideration

Date published: 25 August 2026

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Public Petitions Committee Consideration

SPICe Briefing (147KB, pdf) posted 23 September 2026

Written Submissions

PE2245/A: Scottish Government written response, 23 September 2026 (90KB, pdf) posted 23 September 2026