Scottish Election 2021 Thursday RECAP: Polling across Scotland closes as Nicola Sturgeon fights for SNP majority | Anas Sarwar's Labour tries to overtake Douglas Ross's Conservatives | Dogs pictured at polling places

Here is a look back on polling to elect the next Scottish Government today (May 6) as polls across Scotland close.

Polling stations were open from 7am till 10pm, in an election which could be crucial in determining Scotland’s future within the UK.

Live updates as Scots head to the polls in the 2021 Holyrood elections.placeholder image
Live updates as Scots head to the polls in the 2021 Holyrood elections.

Follow this recap which takes a look back at the news and events as they unfolded throughout the day.

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