A memorandum by the UK government said that ministers would “not normally” overrule devolved powers

British ministers will soon have powers to overrule MSPs on areas that are Holyrood’s responsibility, according to an independent report.

MPs are due to continue their scrutiny of the EU (Withdrawal Agreement) Bill today. Analysis by the Scottish Parliament Information Centre, published yesterday, said that “powers allow UK ministers, acting alone, to make provision in devolved policy areas”.

A memorandum by the UK government says that Tory ministers would “not normally” use such powers without the agreement of the devolved administrations.

David Davis, the former Brexit secretary, argued that it was highly unlikely that the British government would try to claw back powers because it would further the case for independence.

Tom Arthur, the SNP MSP, said: “It’s deeply troubling that Westminster has