Ms Davidson says: "Referendums are brusing and not just bruising but wounding too."

Ms Davidson says she cannot ignore that the Scottish government has pushed independence questions within hours of the EU vote.

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The Scottish Conservative leader says it feels to many people across Scotland that the SNP is talking about nothing other than independence.

She says many people are "deeply worried" about the prospect of another referendum.

Ms Davidson says her party is seeking to amend the Scottish government motion but agrees with aspects of it. 

Scottish Conservative leader Ruth Davidson says last week's decision was not the one she supported and she is "deeply disappointed by the result".

Ms Davidson says she has faith in Scotland and the UK's ability to meet the challenges now faced.

Ms Sturgeon concludes Scotland has voted to remain in Europe and the parliament must take every action necessary to support the will of the Scottish people.

Ms Sturgeon says independence is not the starting point in these discussions.

That is to protect Scotland's interests and place in the EU, she says.

The first minister says, however, there has been a material change as a result of the referendum.

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If Scotland is to be removed from the EU that will be against the will of the people, she says.

That's why her government is preparing legislation for a second referendum and indyref2 is on the table.

However a vote for this motion is not a vote for independence, Ms Sturgeon says and calls on the Tories to back it. 

Nicola Sturgeon says the council of experts will be chaired by Anton Muscatelli.

The first minister says she will publish the full list of members later today.

Ms Sturgeon says it is her responsibility to make sure Scotland's voice is heard in Europe.

The first minister says she is establishing a standing council of experts to help advise how to achieve the Scottish government's objectives.

Ms Sturgeon says her government is in touch with the European Commission and Parliament and that is just the start.

She says tomorrow she will make an initial visit to Brussels and details further meetings and visits.

The first minister says her third and overriding priority is to protect Scotland's relationship with and place in the EU.

Ms Sturgeon says it is vital that Scotland seizes the chance to make its voice heard in Europe before Brexit negotiations begin.

Ms Sturgeon says engaging with businesses is a priority, to provide as much clarity as there can be.

The first minister says it is her intention that the Scottish government will retain access to the EU single market. 

Ms Sturgeon says the vacuum that has developed at Westminster is unacceptable.

The first minister says those that campaigned for a leave vote must be clear about their plans.

She says there cannot be three months of drift now.

Ms Sturgeon say she wants to reassure those from other countries they are welcome in Scotland and this is there home.

The first minister says prejudice, hate and racism will not be tolerated now or at any time. 

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon says this is not a statement she wanted to make but she is proud that Scotland voted to remain in the EU.

She says it is important that it is recognised that some voted to leave.

Ms Sturgeon says she is "determined that Scotland's voice will be heard".