Facts about the 31-day Nova Scotia election, which will be held on May 30:
Major parties: Liberals, New Democrats and Progressive Conservatives.
Leaders: Premier Stephen McNeil (Liberal), Jamie Baillie (Progressive Conservative), Gary Burrill (NDP).
Ridings: 51
Standings at dissolution: Liberal 34, Progressive Conservative 10, NDP 5, Independent 1, Vacant 1.
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Main campaign issues: Labour relations, health care, economy and jobs.
Most recent general election: October 8, 2013
Number of eligible voters in 2013: 720,077
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