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Hi, it's Anouche here. If you're a regular listener of the New Statement podcast,

you'll know that we've been closely following the lead up to the Scottish elections on 6 May.

These could be pivotal elections, not just for the next four years in Scottish politics,

but potentially for the future of the United Kingdom.

For the next four weeks, we're going to do something a bit different.

Every Wednesday, we'll publish a special episode, like the one you're about to hear,

dedicated entirely to the latest developments in Scotland.

Chris Deerin, our Scotland editor, is going to take the reins for these bonus episodes.

Alva Steven and I will pop up from time to time, along with some other of our new statesman

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