Electoral Reform Society calls for UK-wide Constitutional Convention
Whether or not Scotland votes for independence, the UK is set to change fundamentally, says the Electoral Reform Society.Whether or not Scotland votes for independence, the UK is set to change...
View ArticleContrasting final referendum pitches from Scotland's politicians
The different approaches of the Yes and No campaigns have been on display in the final appeals to voters in Scotland.The different approaches of the Yes and No campaigns on the question of whether...
View ArticleScotland's referendum likely to break voting records
A busy start to voting in Scotland's independence referendum today indicates that predictions of a high turnout will be confirmed.A busy start to voting in Scotland's independence referendum today (18...
View ArticleBeyond dodgy metaphors for Scotland's choice
A confident and independent Scotland, far from deserting its neighbours, might actually end up being a better friend, argues writer Nick Thorpe, analysing the language used to describe the referendum...
View ArticlePost-referendum: cheap and easy 'reconciliation'?
There is much talk from some quarters about “reconciliation” after the Scottish independence referendum, and the need for politicians to move the country forward, says Dr Michael Marten. But the way...
View ArticlePoverty in Scotland 'will worsen' as more UK cuts are announced
Charities and poverty experts have spoken out about the deeply damaging effect of UK government welfare policies on Scotland’s poorest families.Charities and poverty experts have spoken out about the...
View ArticleScotland after the referendum: as things stand
All over Scotland, people are still trying to work out what exactly just happened in the referendum on 18 September 2014. Tam McTurk looks beneath the timbers of the vote and raises constructive...
View ArticleIndependent MSP joins Scottish Green surge
Independent MSP John Finnie has joined the Scottish Greens. He was received rapturously at their annual conference in Inverness.Independent MSP John Finnie has joined the Scottish Greens. He was...
View ArticleNicola Sturgeon and the changing terrain of Scottish politics
Can Nicola Sturgeon, as new leader of the SNP and Scotland's First Minister, inject some fresh energy and spirit into politics at Holyrood, and honour the desire for transformational change that came...
View ArticleSubmission to the Smith Commission on devolution to Scotland
To coincide with publication of the cross-party agreement negotiated by the Smith Commission, Ekklesia is publishing its own submission to the Commission, made alongside contributions by around 300...
View ArticleQuakers appoint Scottish Parliamentary Engagement Officer
In light of the significant and growing differences between the Scottish and UK parliaments, Quakers in Britain have appointed an Edinburg-based officer.In the light of the significant and growing...
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