Monthly Archives: April 2014

Who will decide the referendum outcome?

Posted on 29/04/2014 by Coree Brown

Nicola McEwen reflects on reports that voters of non-Scottish origins will play a decisive role in the referendum vote at The Conversation, noting that the emphasis on country of origin in analysing voting intention is misplaced. The latest ICM poll made delightful reading for … Continue reading →

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Reflections on the SNP conference

Posted on 11/04/2014 by Coree Brown

James Mitchell discusses this weekend’s SNP conference in Aberdeen, reflecting on the party’s 80 year history and its future. The SNP meets in Aberdeen this weekend almost exactly 80 years after its foundation.  There will be many references to the … Continue reading →

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Constituting Scotland: a Retreat from Politics?

Posted on 04/04/2014 by Coree Brown

Writing at the Scottish Constitutional Futures Forum, Stephen Tierney discusses the prospect of an interim constitution in the event of a yes vote. The Scottish Government has recently announced its intention to introduce a draft Scottish Independence Bill into the Scottish Parliament … Continue reading →

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