The Minister argued that this was "one of many reasons it is important that we reset relations between the four governments within the UK", and stated that "my approach to UK-EU relations will always respect the role of devolved Governments and legislatures".
The Scottish Government's 2025-26 Programme for Government stated that it would "continue to press the case that EU membership is the best for Scotland, while working with the UK Government to maximise opportunities for economic growth in Scotland from a stronger EU/UK relationship".