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MikeK - 2014-09-21

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-scotland-politics-29296282

Scottish referendum: Alex Salmond says 'No' voters were 'tricked'
21 September 2014 Last updated by the British Biased Corporation 08:24

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Scottish First Minister Alex Salmond has said "No" voters in last week's independence referendum were "tricked" by a late vow of more devolved powers.

He accused the three main party leaders of "reneging" on the pledge they made days before Thursday's referendum which he claimed won the "No" vote.

Voters in Scotland rejected independence by 55% to 45%.

No 10 dismissed his claims, as the three parties continue to disagree over handling the process of devolution.

Prime Minister David Cameron, Labour leader Ed Miliband and Liberal Democrat leader Nick Clegg all vowed before the referendum that Scotland would be given additional powers if it rejected independence.

David Cameron wants changes to move in tandem with plans to make sure only English MPs can vote on English laws - but Labour wants a slower process with further debate.

The Lib Dems have warned Mr Cameron's decision to link the issues could see him forced to renege on his promise to the people of Scotland.

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