Referendum
1Referendum on Scottish independence
1
A referendum is to be held in Scotland on a question about the independence of Scotland.
2
The question is—
Should Scotland be an independent country?
3
The ballot paper to be used for the purpose of the referendum is to be printed—
a
in the form set out in schedule 1, and
b
according to the directions set out in that schedule.
4
The date on which the poll at the referendum is to be held is 18 September 2014, unless before then an order is made under subsection (6).
5
Subsection (6) applies if the Scottish Ministers are satisfied—
a
that it is impossible or impracticable for the poll at the referendum to be held on 18 September 2014, or
b
that it cannot be conducted properly if held on that date.
6
The Scottish Ministers may by order appoint a later day (being no later than 31 December 2014) as the day on which the poll at the referendum is to be held.
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An order under subsection (6)—
a
may include supplementary or consequential provision,
b
may modify any enactment (including this Act), and
c
is subject to the affirmative procedure.