The scottish governments white paper on independence background in september 20, bma scotland published a discussion paper. Download whitepapers on a range of topics relating to scotish politics. Scottish independence white paper defence issues think. Childcare policies proposed in white paper on scottish. It lays out the case for scottish independence and the means through which. Bbc news snp sets out scottish independence white paper. The costs of funding pensions in an independent scotland would be influenced by mortality risks, the costs of borrowing and the segmentation of costs and risks i. Apr 08, 2019 the online harms white paper sets out the governments plans for a worldleading package of measures to keep uk users safe online. Future policies the paper also details a range of policies that would be introduced if the current scottish government is elected to be the. Scottish parliament only the snp supported this white paper. May 15, 2017 the united kingdoms exit from, and new partnership with, the european union white paper web ref. Scottish governments white paper on independence south.
Sturgeon calls for white paper equivalent capital scotland. Scotlands referendum on 18 september 2014 is a choice between two futures. Jul 25, 2014 the white paper states independence would allow an independent scottish government to use the full range of levers to promote good health. The scotland office tried to impel the white house to step in in the independence referendum, top secret us documents reveal, the daily express reports. It has been difficult getting hold of a copy of the white paper because they obviously failed to properly plan for the internet traffic but hey ho, after a bit of perseverance, see it below, the defence bits chapter 6 international relations and defence for the first time, scotlands national interests will be directly represented. Read and absorb the entire book, all 600plus pages of it. Implications for health to raise some key questions on practical issues that are of direct relevance to doctors in their working lives and which, should there be a yes vote in the referendum, would need to. Scotland s future is a government white paper published on 26 november 20 by the scottish government under first minister alex salmond. Common weals white paper project to produce a series of papers on structures and systems of an independent scotland brought together in one white paper in early 2017 the case for scottish independence was never and cannot ever be a tablet of stone it must be made and remade constantly as circumstances change.
S ome have already dubbed it the scottish magna carta, the most important parchment since the declaration of arbroath in 20. Health on the agenda in scottish independence referendum. In both of these sections, we describe, where possible, the likely financial costs or savings. This chapter examines the scrutiny by the press in scotland and the wider uk, before, during and after the publication of issues related to the proposals presented in the scottish governments independence white paper scotlands future in november 20. A third is based on the report of the calman commission. White paper must own up to the uncertainties of independence. It outlines the various categories of media coverage in common usage and examines a. In its white paper, the scottish government sets out a number of tax and spending changes that it argues would lead to a fairer and more economically successful scotland. As well as making the case for independence, the white paper also set out a series of policy pledges which the snp said it would pursue if elected as the government of. Read and search the full text of the scottish white paper on independence launched by alex salmond, first minister and leader of the scottish national party, on tuesday scotland will decide in a referendum to be held on september 18 2014 whether or not to end the 306yearold union with england.
Us officials also allegedly kept an eye on americans who backed scottish independence. Under independence, scotland would have full responsibility for broadcasting but should continue to access bbc and other. On 15 november 20, the scottish government published scotland s future, a 670page white paper laying out the case for independence and the means through which scotland might become an independent country. The scottish governments long awaited white paper is a piece of fantasy economics. The scottish independence white paper is a piece of. Latest scottish political news scottish politics independence. Under independence, scotland would have full responsibility for broadcasting but should continue to. Proscottish independence march, organised in the all under one banner name, through the streets and to the battlefield in bannockburn on the 704th anniverary of the battle of bannockburn. The white paper on independence proposed that an independent scotland would open around 100 embassies around the world. Farmers and crofters will get a fair return from the european union under independence, the white paper promises, and. Alex salmond unveils scotlands white paper on independence. Download online in pdf, html and in the ebook formats epub and mobi at. When the scottish government published its white paper setting out the case for independence, scotlands future,1 public health policy was central to its account of the scottish parliaments achievements.
Scotlands first minister revealed the contents of the long awaited document. Dec 20, 20 understanding how devolution has shaped tobacco and alcohol policies should inform debates ahead of the referendum when the scottish government published its white paper setting out the case for independence, scotlands future,1 public health policy was central to its account of the scottish parliaments achievements. Heres a summary of the pledges made in the scottish governments white paper today. Paper on independence and in august 2007 the scottish government.
The uk pound is one area where the white paper has been found to be inaccurate. Launch of scottish governments white paper on scottish. On 291012 in reporting scotland, an extensive piece on trident and on scotlands defence forces after independence offers some space for snp response but is. The united kingdoms exit from and new partnership with the. The scottish government has published its white paper on independence, outlining how it believes a yes vote in next years referendum could pave the way for a new era for the nation. Alex salmonds argument today is that scottish voters can have it all.
Download our white papers containing snp thought leadership insights and practical guides. Snp criticised over independence lite plans for scotland. The scottish executives white paper on scottish independence includes a section on the kind of immigration policy an independent scotland would pursue. The aim is to focus directly on current scottish energy policy and its relationship to nuclear energy. In both of these sections, we describe, where possible, the. First minister alex salmond launches the scottish governments independence blueprint, calling it a mission statement for scotlands future. Will the white paper on scottish independence make any. This guide lays out how we can complete scotlands journey to home rule and become a fully independent country. As the scottish government unveil an historic white paper setting out their plans for an independent scotland following a yes vote in next years referendum, dci examines the scottish governments proposals for the future of defence in scotland.
Dec 06, 20 scotlands referendum the scottish governments white paper on independence is now available to view in all south ayrshire libraries. The white paper also promises to take action on energy bills and improve health and safety in the north sea. But, if you are in search of an intriguing development, cast a glance at page 40 of the summary. Your guide to an independent scotland, published in november 20. Your guide to an independent scotland, published in. Snp reveals vision for independence referendum the independent. This morning the snp is launching the scottish governments white paper on scottish independence. Nowhere is this truer than on welfare where there is a long list of commitments to repeal unpopular policies and offer new goodies. Lord wallace also pointed to fundamental differences between the 1997 devolution white paper and the scottish governments independence white paper.
This document reiterates the snps long established view that the current westminster government have adopted an attitude that is aggressive to immigration, asylum seekers and refugees. The books starting point is the day after the referendum at which a majority of scotland have voted for independence and it ends three years later with independence day. The snps white paper will lay out a range of options for governing scotland, from the status quo to full independence. The white paper, launched on st andrews day, sets out independence as its favoured option. It lays out the case for scottish independence and the means through which scotland would become an independent country in personal union with the united kingdom. This billboard was located in cowane street in stirling in december 20 to advertise the publication of the scottish governments white paper on independence scotland s future. However, as the scottish governments 2007 white paper acknowledged, the constitution. Mr salmond will argue that the snp has the initiative on the constitutional. Nov 27, 20 the white paper confirmed that scotland would seek to secure a sterling currency union with the remainder of the uk after independence, and asserted that the country would negotiate for a smooth. Independent scotland would cut corporation tax, keep. It was estimated that 10,000 people took part in the march calling for a second independence referendum. Scotlands once in a generation opportunity channel 4 news.
Scotland and the public health politics of independence the bmj. Section 3 discusses the changes to tax policy proposed in the independence white paper and section 4 discusses the spending plans. Eu membership the scottish government assert that an independent scotland would not have to apply to join the eu. Salmond seen on big screen at press launch close shot salmond gvs press conference and press holding copies of white paper entitled scotland s future alex salmond msp press conference sot on currency union between england and independent scotland not george osbornes assets. Response most of the information you have requested is available from. Scotland s referendum on 18 september 2014 is a choice between two futures. Prime minister david cameron suggested that an independent scotland would be marginalised at the united nations, where the. Scottish governments independence white paper which noted, inter. If we vote yes, we take the next step on scotlands journey. The paper does not purport to advise on a vote for or against scottish independence but aims to further the debate in an underexplored area of energy policy. His deputy nicola sturgeon said the document was based on the belief that decisions about scotland should be taken by people in scotland. An independent scotland would cut its corporation tax rate, takeon. We will move forward with confidence, ready to make the most of the many opportunities that lie ahead.
Snp reveals vision for independence referendum the. An emphasis on tackling longstanding health problems through legislation for smokefree public places and minimum unit pricing for alcohol was unsurprising given the status of. Alex salmond sets date for scottish independence white paper. Nov 26, 20 as well as making the case for independence, the white paper also set out a series of policy pledges which the snp said it would pursue if elected as the government of an independent scotland. All the white papers in the world wont produce more than an educated guess on the key questions scotland wants answered before the 2015 referendum mon 25 nov 20 10. Salmond described it as the most comprehensive blueprint for an independent country ever. It also explains the process by which scotland will become independent following a yes vote and how our newly independent scotland will work.
Scottish first minister alex salmond has launched his governments independence blueprint, calling it a mission statement for the future. Three other possible scenarios for scotland s future are contained in the white paper. On 291012 in reporting scotland, an extensive piece on trident and on scotlands defence forces after independence offers some space for snp response but is driven by a weight of onesided. Neoeisimeileachd na halba is the political movement for scotland to become a sovereign state, independent from the united kingdom scotland was an independent kingdom through the middle ages, having won wars of independence against england. A better together spokesman said all questions should already have been answered by the white paper. Snp reveal white paper for independence evening telegraph. Scotlands constitutional future a consultation on facilitating a legal. Scotlands first minister alex salmond and deputy first minister nicola sturgeon pose for picture during a press conference to launch their regional governments longawaited white paper ahead of next years historic independence referendum, at glasgow science centre in. Bbc bias and the scots referendum new report opendemocracy. The prouk better together campaign must set out in detail what a no vote in the independence referendum would mean for scotland, according to deputy. The scottish governments white paper on independence, scotlands future, sets out its defence blueprint following a yes vote. Scotlands future is a government white paper published on 26 november 20 by the scottish government under first minister alex salmond.
Nov 29, 2009 the snps white paper will lay out a range of options for governing scotland, from the status quo to full independence. Scotland s first minister alex salmond and deputy first minister nicola sturgeon pose for picture during a press conference to launch their regional governments longawaited white paper ahead of next years historic independence referendum, at glasgow science centre in glasgow, scotland, on november 26, 20. Secret us files reveal washingtons interest in scottish. If we vote yes, we take the next step on scotland s journey. Scottish first minister alex salmond has launched his governments. Last november saw the publication of the scottish governments white paper on independence, scotlands future, which included the nationalists plans for the national health service nhs and other proposals for health in an independent scotland. Implications for health to raise some key questions on practical.
Billboard advertising publication of scotlands future white. The white paper, titled scotlands future your guide to an independent scotland, was. An independent scotland will continue as a member of the eu scotland cannot be forced to join the euro. First minister alex salmond today answered some of the crunch questions about scotlands independence as the scottish governments white.
The potential consequences of independence for taxation, public services, and the welfare system in scotland are a key battleground in the ongoing campaigning ahead of the independence referendum this september. Nov 30, 2009 download the new independent premium app. Holyrood magazine provides a daily morning roundup as well as weekly newsletters on ict, health, education, local government, justice and environment. Scotland will vote on independence on 18 september next year, and on tuesday, the devolved government, run by the nationalist snp party, published its longawaited independence white paper, 670pages long. Nov 26, 20 scotland will vote on independence on 18 september next year, and on tuesday, the devolved government, run by the nationalist snp party, published its longawaited independence white paper, 670pages long. Scottish governments white paper on independence is. Three other possible scenarios for scotlands future are contained in the white paper.
The scottish government proposed a number of changes in scotlands employment policy in the white paper scotlands future. Download from south ayrshire libraries eread website if you require a printed copy of the publication posted to you, please contact 0300. We would like to show you a description here but the site wont allow us. Billboard advertising publication of scotland s future white paper, stirling, december 20 accession number. Jan 30, 2014 last november saw the publication of the scottish governments white paper on independence, scotland s future, which included the nationalists plans for the national health service nhs and other proposals for health in an independent scotland. The two kingdoms were joined in personal union in 1603 when the scottish king. Salmond seen on big screen at press launch close shot salmond gvs press conference and press holding copies of white paper entitled scotlands future alex salmond msp press conference sot on currency union between england and independent scotland not george osbornes assets. This guide sets out the gains of independence for scotland whichever party is in government and this governments vision and priorities for action if we are the first government of an independent scotland. Pensions are a key element of the economic case for or against independence. Head of state on independence in 2016, her majesty the queen will be head of state. Scotland and the public health politics of independence. Nov 30, 2009 the white paper, launched on st andrews day, sets out independence as its favoured option.
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