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The key questions and answers on Scotland's First Minister's plans for second independence referendum

Scotland's First Minister has announced she is putting plans for a second independence referendum on hold. Here are some key questions and answers on the issue.

The key questions and answers on Scotland's First Minister's plans for second independence referendum

Tue, 27 Jun, 2017 - 19:03

Scotland's First Minister has announced she is putting plans for a second independence referendum on hold. Here are some key questions and answers on the issue.

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