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Over the next week, we will be bringing you an in-depth look at 'Who runs Scotland' in partnership with The Ferret. For just £2 for two months you can gain access to all of the exclusive content as we cast the light on organisations and people with control over our lives. 

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Read Day 1 from our exclusive 'Who Runs Scotland?' investigation:


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