Masterton

Ministers must reform key Brexit legislation to ensure it does not undermine devolution and the Union, a Scottish Conservative MP has said.

Paul Masterton said clause 11 of the European Union (Withdrawal) Bill was “not fit for purpose” and said it must be replaced with a new version.

He added progress was being made and he expected further movement at the next joint ministerial committee (JMC) between the UK Government and the devolved administrations, noting the Scottish Conservatives “stand ready to help broker a compromise”.

The Scottish and Welsh Governments have said proposals