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Nicola Sturgeon in Dumbarton during campaigning for the Scottish Parliamentary election
Nicola Sturgeon in Dumbarton during campaigning for the Scottish Parliamentary election Source: AAP

As Scotland goes to the polls, the ruling Scottish National Party has pledged to hold a new referendum by 2023, if they secure another parliamentary majority.

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As Scotland goes to the polls, the ruling Scottish National Party has pledged to hold a new referendum by 2023, if they secure another parliamentary majority.

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