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Scottish Referendum 2014

An independence referendum was held in Scotland on September 18. 55 percent voted to remain in the United Kingdom.

Scottish Referendum Hasn’t Settled United Kingdom’s Future

If more powers are devolved to Scotland, other parts of the UK will want autonomy as well.

Nick OttensNick OttensSeptember 19, 2014November 23, 2021

Scottish Referendum Raises Questions About Nationhood

Separatists from Wales to Spain are waiting to see if the Scots will secede from the United Kingdom.

James PritchettJames R. PritchettSeptember 18, 2014November 23, 2021
Edinburgh Scotland

Scots Reject Independence in Referendum

A majority votes against independence from Britain.

Atlantic SentinelAtlantic SentinelSeptember 18, 2014November 23, 2021

Scottish Referendum: A Testament to British Civilization

That Scots get to choose their own destiny shows how seriously Britain takes its commitment to self-determination.

Nick OttensNick OttensSeptember 18, 2014November 21, 2021

Salmond Confident Independent Scotland Could Join EU

Scotland’s leader says it would be “ridiculous” for the rest of Europe to deny his country membership.

Nick OttensNick OttensSeptember 14, 2014October 29, 2021

As Scottish Referendum Nears, Tempers Heat Up

With Scotland divided on the issue of independence, the rhetoric on both sides of the debate is heating up.

David DowningDavid DowningSeptember 5, 2014November 23, 2021

Scottish Referendum Raises Risk of British EU Exit

If Scotland secedes, a majority of voters in the rump United Kingdom could vote to leave the EU.

Nick OttensNick OttensMay 15, 2014November 23, 2021
Buachaille Etive Mòr Scotland

Scotland May Not Fare Better Outside United Kingdom

It is doubtful whether the Scottish economy would do better independently. Young Scotsmen seem to agree.

David DowningDavid DowningJuly 13, 2013November 23, 2021

Ahead of Referendum, Confusion Over Scottish Oil

England can reasonably lay claim to “Scottish” oil and gas in the North Sea.

David DowningDavid DowningApril 23, 2013November 23, 2021

Independent Scottish Defense Would Amount to Little

Philip Hammond’s assessment of an independent Scottish defense force is accurate.

James PritchettJames R. PritchettMarch 15, 2013December 31, 2019

Independent Scotland Would Give Conservatives Majority

Scottish secession would be a win-win for Prime Minister David Cameron’s party.

David DowningDavid DowningOctober 12, 2012November 21, 2021

Barroso Dampens Scots’ Hopes of Independence

If Scotland secedes from Britain, it would have to reapply for European Union membership.

Nick OttensNick OttensSeptember 14, 2012November 21, 2021

Miliband Fears “Race to Bottom” If Scots Secede

The Labour leader argues the real divide is not between England and Scotland, but between the haves and the have-nots.

Nick OttensNick OttensFebruary 1, 2012December 31, 2019

Scotland Can Have Referendum on Independence

Britain allows Scotland to vote on independence. Around 40 percent want to secede.

Nick OttensNick OttensJanuary 10, 2012November 23, 2021

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