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Sturgeon warns Westminster not to block independence push

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Sturgeon warns Westminster not to block independence push

Sturgeon warns Westminster not to block independence push

Another Scottish independence referendum is the “will of the Scottish people” First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has said in a victory speech.

The SNP and Scottish Greens have won a total of 66 seats in Holyrood, with more gains expected as further regional list results are announced.


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