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Scotland Sets October 2023 For New Independence Vote

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Nicola Sturgeon has confirmed plans for a "consultative referendum" on on 19 October, 2023, with the question: "Should Scotland be an independent country?" Ms Sturgeon said she is "ready and willing" to negotiate with the Westminster government on the terms of holding the referendum. She said the vote must be "lawful" and that this is non-negotiable.In 2014, 55.3% of people voted against independence in the first referendum. The 2014 referendum went ahead after the UK government agreed to a section 30 order, allowing Holyrood to pass laws normally reserved to Westminster.

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BBC News

Scottish independence: 19 October 2023 proposed as date for referendum

The UK Supreme Court will be asked if the Scottish government can hold a vote without UK consent.

2 years ago·United Kingdom

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CTV News

Scottish government seeks independence vote in Oct. 2023

Scotland's First Minister Nicola Sturgeon announced plans on Tuesday for a second referendum to be held on Scottish independence in October next year, vowing to take legal action to ensure a vote if the British government tried to block it.

2 years ago·Canada

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The Independent

Nicola Sturgeon sets date for proposed Scottish independence referendum

First minister wants ‘legal, constitutional’ vote even if Boris Johnson blocks it

2 years ago·London, United Kingdom

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Reuters

Scottish government seeks independence vote in Oct. 2023

2 years ago·United Kingdom

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Daily Express

Scottish independence: Polls show Nicola Sturgeon will lose independence bid

NICOLA STURGEON is preparing for a second independence referendum in 2023, nearly 10 years after Scotland voted overwhelmingly to stay part of the UK. What are the polls saying about Scottish independence?

2 years ago·United Kingdom

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Daily Mirror

Nicola Sturgeon unveils plan and exact date for Scottish independence referendum

The Scottish First Minister vowed to fight the next General Election mainly on Scotland's independence if Boris Johnson continues to deny the nation a section 30 order.

2 years ago·London, United Kingdom

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