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Are country identifying number plates still legal?

I'm a proud Scott and want to know if 'Ecosse' country identifying plates are still legal, or do we have to use the UK plate?

Asked on 8 April 2022 by M Wills

Answered by Sarah Tooze
Yes you can still have a number plate with Scottish identifiers, provided it meets the DVLA's guidelines here: www.gov.uk/displaying-number-plates/flags-symbols-...s
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