This guide sets out the gains of independence for scotland whichever party is in government and this government s vision and priorities for action if we are the first government of an independent scotland. It would be our scottish declaration of independence, founded on the principle that in scotland, the people are sovereign, not the government or the parliament. Implications for health to raise some key questions on practical. Bbc news snp sets out scottish independence white paper. The scottish government s white paper published today called scotlands future your guide to an independent scotland will provide hundreds of pages of answers to key questions on. Your guide to an independent scotland, was launched in glasgow on tuesday, and outlined scottish plans to cut corporation tax, extend free childcare, and up the minimum wage as well as ensuring public services remain intact salmond urged scotlands four million voters to seize the onceinageneration chance to lend their support to the creation. Fiscal challenges and opportunities for an independent scotland.
For reference, the parts of the white paper that are of particular relevance to sacc are reproduced below. Nov 26, 20 scottish first minister alex salmond has launched his government s independence blueprint, calling it a mission statement for the future. Nicola sturgeon admits independence oil figures were wrong. Scotlands first minister alex salmond and deputy first minister nicola sturgeon pose for picture during a press conference to launch their regional government s longawaited white paper ahead of next years historic independence referendum, at glasgow science centre in glasgow, scotland, on november 26, 20. Your guide to an independent scotland scottish government white paper on independence 26 november 20. In addition, the scottish government proposes that if scotland were to become an independent country. Nov 26, 20 it seems the scottish government was caught surprised about the sheer amount of traffic on their websites, everybody clamouring to get the white paper. Eu membership the scottish government assert that an independent scotland would not have to apply to join the eu. It is the view of the current scottish government that a referendum is a onceinageneration opportunity. It is clear that our discussion paper has contributed usefully to the content of the white paper, and the themes we have highlighted have each been. First minister alex salmond said scotland must be independent to meet its full economic potential. Scotland and the public health politics of independence the bmj. Spending cuts or tax increases would be needed to pay for.
Your guide to an independent scotland, published in november 20. Nov 26, 20 first minister alex salmond launches the white paper on independence in glasgow picture. 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. Scottish governments white paper on an independent scotland. Dec 06, 20 scotlands referendum the scottish governments white paper on independence is now available to view in all south ayrshire libraries. The scottish government has today released a white paper detailing its vision for scotland in the event of a yes vote in the upcoming referendum on scottish independence. Oct 16, 2019 in its white paper on independence, launched in november 20, the scottish government claimed the country would have looked to gain membership through article 48 of the treaty of the european union. An independent scottish government would have to create a bond market for public debt. Scottish government publishes white paper on independence. Scottish government white paper on independence december 20 2 happens in scotland should be taken by people in scotland, and not. The uk pound is one area where the white paper has been found to be inaccurate. Scottish governments white paper on independence is. Billboard advertising publication of scotlands future white. First minister alex salmond today answered some of the crunch questions about scotlands independence as the scottish government s white paper was.
We would like to show you a description here but the site wont allow us. 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. Hours before the launch of the scottish government s 670page white paper on independence, nicola sturgeon said a shared currency would be. However, with independence, the scottish budget will no longer be constrained by decisions made at westminster, and will therefore reflect scottish priorities. Would you play gnomesgoblins if they added tinkers. The referendum for scottish independence will be held in september 2014. Scottish government white paper on independence december 20 2 services from the nhs in the rest of the uk.
The scottish governments white paper on independence. This billboard was located in cowane street in stirling in december 20 to advertise the publication of the scottish government s white paper on independence. But the contours of scottish citizenship, in terms of what rights and responsibilities it would confer, are a complex matter to be worked out. Nov 30, 2009 the scottish government has published its white paper on scotlands constitutional future, paving the way for an independence referendum. Our draft scottish independence bill, and its accompanying consultation paper, set out our proposals for the steps that will follow a vote for independence to provide scotland. 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. The scottish governments white paper on independence background in september 20, bma scotland published a discussion paper. Nov 26, 20 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. Nov 24, 20 the date is included in the scottish government s white paper, described as a blueprint for independence, which will be published on tuesday. The scottish government believes that, if scotland were to become an independent country, scottish citizens would not need a passport for travel to england, wales, the isle of man and the channel islands, and the republic of ireland. Finally, the white paper takes up the related issue of scottish citizenship. The scottish national partys white paper answers 650 questions about independence, but critics say it wont help scots make up their minds.
Billboard advertising publication of scotlands future white paper, stirling, december 20 accession number. Dec 03, 20 the scottish governments white paper that runs to 670 pages is an insight into what an independent scotland will look like. 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. Scottish first minister alex salmond has launched his government s independence blueprint, calling it a mission statement for the future. Download from south ayrshire libraries eread website if you require a printed copy of the publication posted to you, please contact 0300. It makes clear that its defence plans would be subject to a. Nat msps banned from launch of independence white paper uk. The scottish governments 650page white paper on independence was published on 26 november and can be downloaded here sacc statement on the scottish governments plans for independence. Jan 30, 2014 in a discussion paper published last september, the british medical association bma scotland challenged the scottish government to clarify the implications of independence in these areas. Nov 22, 20 nat msps banned from launch of independence white paper. In its white paper, the scottish government sets out a. In its white paper, the scottish government sets out a number of tax and spending changes that it. Heres a summary of the pledges made in the scottish government s white paper today. A scottish government spokesman said the white paper would be laid before parliament on tuesday morning, before the launch.
This is what being independent can deliver for scotland and it is why the scottish government believes the people of scotland, individually and collectively, will be better off with independence. Does a 670page plan for independent scotland have enough. Snp reveals vision for independence referendum the independent. Scotland and the public health politics of independence. Sep 08, 2014 in its white paper, published at the end of 20, the scottish government proposed that funding for the sbs would come from scotlands share of licence fee income. As head of the scottish government, the first minister is responsible for the overall development, implementation and presentation of the administrations policies and for promoting and representing scotland at home and overseas. Professor james crawford, who coauthored a paper for the uk government on an independent scotlands international status said the scottish governments 18. Obviously, scottish citizenship, as distinct from british citizenship, would be a result of a vote for independence. 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. Until this week the uk government had indicated that it was opposed to a currency union with an independent scotland, but only in relatively. Nov 27, 20 the white paper, which contains the arguments in favour of independence and is intended as a guide to what might happen if it is achieved, was launched by mr salmond at glasgows science centre on. The white paper on scottish independence published last month contained proposals to extend the current provisions for childcare.
Analysis highlights a number of key reasons why this would be in both scotland and the uks interests immediately post independence 112. In its second white paper on the constitutional future of scotland, your. The paper, described by the scottish government as the most detailed independence blueprint ever published, says a yes vote would mean the. After a protracted period of negotiation, a public debate between salmond and better together leader alistair darling was arranged. Scotlands constitutional future a consultation on facilitating a legal. Its worth noting that the independence campaign never proposed changes to how the nhs operated see scotlands future, the scottish government s white paper for independence. It also explains the process by which scotland will become independent following a yes vote and how our newly independent scotland will work. The paper is titled scotlands future and outlines the government s plans for currently devolved matters, such as education and justice, as well as reserved matters, such as. Scottish government white paper on independence december 20 2 passports. 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. The only thing they cant do right now from that white paper, is remove trident, every other thing in that white paper can be done now under current powers. It lays out the case for scottish independence and the means through which. 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. Nov 30, 2009 the white paper said that, despite the scottish government s preference for a single choice, it acknowledges there is support in scotland for a range of positions seeking a variety of increased.
But, the spending increases and tax cuts planned or hinted at are more numerous and more costly. Scotlands once in a generation opportunity channel 4 news. In its white paper, the scottish government planned that an independent scotland would have a total of 15,000 regular and 5,000 reserve personnel across land, air and maritime forces by 2026. This morning the snp is launching the scottish governments white paper on scottish independence. 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. Women welcomed on construction scotland innovation centre board. Projecting forwards with maximum vision glasgows science centre was the perfect location for the launch of the scottish government s white paper on independence. During the past 6 months i have read a fair amount in the media and another book on the topic of the referendum on scottish independence arguing for independence by stephen maxwell. Health on the agenda in scottish independence referendum. Ministers also plan to present a statement to msps on tuesday afternoon. Mod sinks white paper plan the scottish government s plan for joint defence procurement to save the clyde shipbuilding industry post independence has been rejected by the. The scottish government has published its longawaited white paper, scotlands future. Craig mcangus explores what the proposals mean for gender equality in an independent scotland. Dr thomas lundberg, lecturer politics, the university of glasgow.
The scottish government proposed a number of changes in scotlands employment policy in the white paper scotlands future. The scottish government has published its white paper on scotlands constitutional future, paving the way for an independence referendum. I was lucky enough to go to the scottish government site early enough to be able to watch the launch live. 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.
With independence the scottish parliament will have an enhanced role in eu issues, holding the scottish government to account for positions taken in the eu, and ratifying reforms to the eu treaties prioritising interests and partnerships. It was also set out repeatedly in the scottish government s independence white paper which noted, inter alia that the referendum was a rare and precious moment in the history of scotland. Nov 24, 20 nicola sturgeon announced the date 24 march 2016 ahead of tuesdays launch for the landmark white paper from the scottish government, a 670page document setting out the nationalists case. 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. Download online in pdf, html and in the ebook formats epub and mobi at. In addition, the scottish government s white paper on independence issued in november 20 included consideration of different aspects of the future scenario as analysed by the european and external relations committee of the scottish parliament. Billboard advertising publication of scotlands future whi. Our place in the world when laws become too complex. Letter from the chief secretary to john swinney on the scottish government white paper scottish independence referendum. Migration and citizenship in an independent scotland. The paper sets out the scottish national partys aspirations for an independent scotland by enhancing democracy, prosperity and fairness, though critics have already claimed that many of these. Being independent means we will have a government that we choose a government that always puts the people of scotland first. Scotland adviser sacked by dominic cummings to refresh union unit. What the scottish governments childcare proposals mean.
What the scottish first minister, alex salmond, did say in debates with alastair darling was that he believed nhs scotland would be hit by westminsters policies. On 15 november 20, the scottish government published scotlands future, a 670page white paper laying out the case for independence and the means through which scotland might become an independent country. He finds they will not go far enough for those who wish to see scotland achieve the levels of gender equality of the nordic countries, but they are a first step towards. The scottish governments white paper on independence, scotlands future, sets out its defence blueprint following a yes vote. Salmond described it as the most comprehensive blueprint for an independent country ever. Reuters first minister alex salmond insisted we will win as he unveiled the scottish governments. He also outlined a series of other options, including substantial new powers for the scottish parliament. The scottish executives white paper on scottish independence includes a section on the kind of immigration policy an independent scotland would pursue. Launch of scottish governments white paper on scottish. Sturgeon calls for white paper equivalent capital scotland. Scotlands future is a government white paper published on 26 november 20 by the scottish government under first minister alex salmond.
This billboard was located in cowane street in stirling in december 20 to advertise the publication of the scottish government s white paper on independence scotlands future. The white paper proposes that, if scotland were to become an independent country, laws would be introduced during the transition period to require the first scottish parliament in an independent scotland to convene a constitutional convention, to consult on, debate. Snp referendum oil figures times higher than reality. Scotland has worse mortality experience than the uk as a whole, and scottish government debt is likely to attract a liquidity premium relative to uk government debt. Road to written constitution scottish government news. An emphasis on tackling longstanding health problems through. Paper on independence and in august 2007 the scottish government.
Scottish government releases white paper on independence. The scottish government launches the white paper on. Nicola sturgeon announced the date 24 march 2016 ahead of tuesdays launch for the landmark white paper from the scottish government, a 670. Scottish governments white paper on independence south. Snp sets out plan for independence the sunday post. This paper looks at some of the key fiscal questions related to scottish independence, drawing on detailed analysis of household survey data, official data on public spending and revenues, and using a model of the uk and scotlands public finances over the next half a century. However, as the scottish governments 2007 white paper acknowledged, the constitution. Various contentious international legal questions were examined in.
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