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Launch of the 2nd phase

First Minister Alex Salmond sets out the terms of the second phase of the National Conversation on Scotland's constitutional future that was originally launched in August 2007.

"The question is not whether we should assume more powers in Edinburgh, but what powers and within what timescale," he said.

"I am happy to test support for enhanced devolution in a referendum, along with independence. We are aware - as we will always be - of the sovereignty of our people. That the decisions on Scotland's future lie ultimately with those living and working in Scotland - and with no-one else."

Signature - First Minister Alex Salmond

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