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Government study warns of £3bn Brexit blow to Scottish economy
03.06.2020 - 15:31 / dailyrecord.co.uk
The Scottish economy could take a £3bn hit if the Brexit transition period is not extended, according to a new Government study.
The research found Scottish GDP could be up to 1.1% lower unless extra time is found for a trade deal.
Although the UK formally left the EU this year, the detail of the future relationship with the bloc is still to be agreed.
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