Scotland's Independence Referendum Anniversary

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10th anniversary of the Scottish independence referendum

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People of Scotland went to the polls to decide on the future of their country in the Scottish independence referendum.

The historic event took place on 18 September 2014 and saw more than two million people ( 55.3% ) vote No and 1.6 million ( 44.7% ) vote Yes.

Since then, Scotland has welcomed two further SNP first ministers, Humza Yousaf and John Swinney , who believe the nation would be better off independent.

Sir John said the SNP is in "mighty political bother" which "essentially" started with Ms Sturgeon's resignation.

Police Scotland investigation into the SNP 's funding and finances is ongoing.

Professor said he "wouldn't want to put any money" on the outcome of the Holyrood election in 2026 .

Rita Anderson , 67 , voted Yes in 2014 but is not sure she would again.

She said: "Everything has changed since then. Everyone's focus should be on the cost of living crisis" Scottish Labour believes the nation's best days "lie ahead of us" Scottish Conservatives continue to fight for the Union.

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