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Scotland

“Hard” Brexit Dilemma for Scottish Nationalists

Should they push for a second referendum now or wait for the economy to get worse?

Nick OttensNick OttensJanuary 27, 2017November 30, 2021

“Flexible” Brexit Is Not a Realistic Solution for Scotland

Scotland must choose which of its borders to keep open: those with England or with the rest of Europe.

Nick OttensNick OttensOctober 24, 2016November 30, 2021

Sturgeon’s “Listening Exercise” an Admission of Weakness

She knows there isn’t enough support for independence to call a second referendum.

Nick OttensNick OttensSeptember 2, 2016November 28, 2021
Unicorn Edinburgh Scotland

Scotland Could Delay Britain’s EU Exit

Theresa May promises not to invoke Article 50 until there is agreement from all parts of the United Kingdom.

Nick OttensNick OttensJuly 17, 2016January 13, 2022
Nicola Sturgeon

It’s Time For These Women to Take Charge

While their male counterparts treat politics like a game, these women offer serious leadership.

Nick OttensNick OttensJuly 3, 2016April 20, 2022

Spain’s Rajoy Pours Cold Water on Scottish EU Hopes

The Spanish leader worries about setting a precedent for Catalan separatists.

Nick OttensNick OttensJune 29, 2016December 1, 2021

Gibraltar, Scotland in Talks to Remain in EU

Those parts of the United Kingdom that voted to remain in the EU are not ready to accept the result.

Nick OttensNick OttensJune 27, 2016November 25, 2021
British parliament London

Both Conservatives, Labour Should Have Done Better

The takeaway is that both major parties did… meh.

David DowningDavid DowningMay 6, 2016November 25, 2021
Nicola Sturgeon

Scots Forgive Ruling Party’s Failures

Identity politics trump a critical assessment of the National Party’s tenure.

Nick OttensNick OttensMay 6, 2016November 24, 2021

Scottish Nationalists Take Advantage of Labour Upheaval

With Labour in disarray, the nationalists argue the only alternative to Tory rule is Scottish independence.

Nick OttensNick OttensOctober 17, 2015November 24, 2021
Edinburgh Scotland

Scots Indifferent to Nationalist Party’s Failures

More Scots than ever plan to vote for the National Party, but its governing record is unimpressive.

Nick OttensNick OttensSeptember 5, 2015November 23, 2021
Scotland flag

Conservatives: No More Powers for Scotland Than Promised

David Cameron’s new government will not devolve more powers to Scotland than it has already promised.

Nick OttensNick OttensMay 12, 2015November 21, 2021
Edinburgh Scotland

Scottish Nationalists Bound to Disappoint Supporters

A politically inexperienced delegation in Westminster finds itself without influence.

Nick OttensNick OttensMay 8, 2015November 23, 2021
David Cameron Alex Salmond

Scottish Nationalists Less Progressive Than They Claim

Left-wing voters who hope the SNP will pull Labour to the left may be in for a disappointment.

Nick OttensNick OttensMay 1, 2015October 29, 2021

Scottish Nationalists Set to Divide Britain in May Election

The Scottish National Party lost the referendum but could win the election.

Nick OttensNick OttensApril 18, 2015November 28, 2021

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