THE General election wont decide independence but can ensure Scotland gets to choose, Nicola Sturgeon, according to Nicola Sturgeon.

The SN P leader is launching the party’s manifesto today with a call to strengthen her hand in Brexit talks with Theresa May and for her all for a second independence referendum to be held.

Ms Sturgeon said the Scottish Parliament should have the final say on whether there is a referendum or not.

She said: “A vote for the SNP will also strengthen Scotland’s right to choose our own future. This election won’t decide whether or not Scotland will become independent, but a vote for the SNP will reinforce the right of the Scottish Parliament to decide when the nation should be given a choice on its future, and will make sure that Scotland’s future is always in Scotland’s hands.”

She dismissed Labour’s chances of success in Scotland as the party looks to rebuild after losing 40 of its 41 seats just two years ago.

She added: “Labour can’t win this election in Scotland and a vote for them will risk letting Tory MPs in the back door while the Lib Dems, with their history of propping up the Tories, simply cannot be trusted.

“Now, more than ever, it is vital to have strong SNP voices standing up for Scotland and preventing the dangers of an unopposed Tory government.”