All three candidates hoping to be the next leader of the Scottish National Party will face questions from Sky News' Political Editor, Beth Rigby, during a special hour-long show on Monday 13 March.
Sky News has announced a live TV debate will take place on the day the ballots open as the final three candidates in the race to be leader of the Scottish National Party and First Minister of Scotland make their cases for votes.
Beth will put questions to the candidates, and with significant debate on a number of matters including gender recognition reforms and the country's strategy for independence, the debate is sure to play a key part in shaping public opinion. Sky News political editor, Beth Rigby said:"This is a critical moment for Scotland with a cost of living crisis, major challenges facing the NHS and questions about the future shape of the Union.
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