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SNP independence referendum pledge in doubt

The SNP promise to hold a referendum on independence was yesterday called into question, as Alex Salmond opened up room for coalition negotiations after the May election.

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DOUGLAS FRASER, Scottish Political Editor

The SNP pledge to hold a referendum on independence - as early as this year - was yesterday thrown into doubt.