Scottish independence

Primary Author or Creator
Institute for Government
Alternative Published Date
2021
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This is a largely factual explainer by the Institute for Government of the issues around a referendum and the results of its success.

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The paper discusses these questions:

Why are people taking about Scottish independnce?

Does the Scottish Parliament have the power to hold another independence referendum?

What is the SNP's plan for a second independence referendum?

What rules would govern how a referendum be held?

When could a second referendum be held?

Where do other parties stand on independence?

Does the Scottish public support independence?

If Scotland votes yes to independence what would happen next?