Nicola Sturgeon Speech after the EU Referendum Result

Scotland's First Minister on the EU Referendum Result

Nicola Sturgeon gives a speech and Q&A session in response to the result of the EU referendum.

The United Kingdom voted to leave the EU by 51.9% to 48.1%

Scotland voted 62% to remain, 48% to leave.

In this speech, Nicola Sturgeon reflects on the result and the implications for Scotland and its membership of the EU.

The option of a second independent referendum is now firmly on the table if Scotland is to protect her position as a member of the EU.

Published: 24th June 2016

Duration: 25:09