Scotland: Facts & Stats
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Facts
| Head Of Government | First minister: John Swinney |
|---|---|
| Capital | Edinburgh |
| Population | (2011) 5,295,400 |
| Official Languages | English; Scots Gaelic |
| National Religion | Church of Scotland |
| Total Area (Sq Km) | 77,925 |
| Total Area (Sq Mi) | 30,087 |
| Monetary Unit | pound sterling (£) |
| Legislature | Scottish Parliament (129) |
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