The Queen has held an audience with Scotland's First Minister Nicola Sturgeon for the first time since the pandemic. The meeting was part of Her Majesty's annual visit to Scotland for Holyrood Week but comes during a time where the push for Scottish Independence is growing. Ms Sturgeon said "it was a real pleasure to see Her Majesty in person today". "I think the last time I saw her in person was the best part of two years ago, so it was really good and hopefully a sign of that return to normality that I was able to have those conversations with her today and able to wish her well for her week here in Scotland."