Archive: Scottish Indepedence Referendum

Snubbed: SNP go behind Barroso's back to start EU negotiations

Scotland's king gazes over the countryside. The SNP has been caught-up by controversy over EU membership after independence.

The Scottish National party (SNP) has gone behind the back of EU Commission president Manuel Barroso to start ingratiating itself with other European member states.

SNP climbdown over EU membership

SNP to press ahead with alcohol minimum pricing

It's official: Independent Scotland would have to apply for EU membership

Poll: Having SNP in power dampens support for independence

Alex Salmond: Unable to get any headway as the independence debate rages

Having the Scottish National party (SNP) in power in Holyrood actually dampens support for independence among the public, new research suggests.

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Grudge match: Alex Ferguson vs Alex Salmond

Spoiling for a fight: Alex Ferguson is expected to play a prominent role in the independence debate

Alex Ferguson had a few choice words for Alex Salmond today, amid attempts to limit the role Scots outside the country could have in the independence campaign.

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It's official: Independent Scotland would have to apply for EU membership

Alex Salmond claimed he had received assurances from the EU, but the official advice directly contradicts it.

Uncertainties over an independent Scotland's relationship with the EU have been laid to rest, after the European Commission confirmed to a Lord committee it would need to re-apply for membership.

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Brand damage: Alex Salmond scandal deepens

Ceasefire? Salmond's reputation has been badly damaged by the scandal.

The growing scandal over Alex Salmond's promises about an independent Scotland's membership of the EU has deepened, after further allegations about his behaviour emerged.

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Analysis: Is the SNP starting to unravel?

SNP: A busted flush?

Just as they get what they want, the nationalists are falling apart. Can they put the pieces back together or is this the beginning of the end for the SNP?

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Bare-faced liar: Alex Salmond's reputation in the mud

Salmond: Can his reputation survive?

Alex Salmond appeared to have been caught in an out-and-out lie yesterday, amid a disastrous series of events for the Scottish National party (SNP)

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SNP members lash out at gay marriage policy

SNP members are increasingly uncomfortable with the party's gay marriage stance

Members of the Scottish National party (SNP) lashed out at plans to legalise gay marriage yesterday, as they gathered for their conference in Perth.

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Golden child no more? Salmond under fire as SNP conference kicks off

Salmond: Is the shine wearing off?

Alex Salmond was trying to rally his troops on the first day of the SNP conference today, despite political storms breaking out in all directions.

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UK-Scotland referendum agreement in full

The UK/Scottish referendum agreement in full

Read the UK and Scotland's agreement on holding a referendum on Scottish independence in full, on politics.co.uk.

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David Cameron Scottish referendum speech in full

David Cameron on Scottish independence

Read David Cameron's speech launching the referendum on Scottish independence in full on politics.co.uk

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Cameron and Salmond sign the daddy of all British referendums

Cheshire cat? Has the PM got exactly what he wanted from the referendum negotiation?

Britain is about to experience one of the longest and most important referendums in its history, after David Cameron and Alex Salmond signed off on a two-year campaign over Scottish independence.

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Scottish parliament 'has no power to hold referendum'

Holyrood doesn't have the power to trigger a Scottish independence referendum, MPs found.

The Scottish parliament does not have the power to hold a referendum on independence unless it is given it by Westminster, a Commons committee said today.

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Scottish ministers rule out a vote on gay marriage

Marriage rights will not be put to a popular vote, ministers said

The Scottish Cabinet ruled out a referendum on same-sex marriage yesterday, despite strong criticism from opponents.

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Government failing to plan for Scottish independence security concerns

The committee said the government had not 'engaged' on security issues

The government has not adequately addressed concerns about the UK's national security strategy (NSS) ahead of the Scottish independence referendum, a parliamentary committee found today.

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Staying positive: Upbeat anti-independence campaign kicks off

Happy vibe: 'No' campaigners don't want to get stuck with a negative image.

The battle against Scottish independence began in earnest today, as the 'no' campaign kick-started a positive appeal to voters.

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Scottish independence prospects dwindle as polls slam Salmond

Tide turning? Support for independence is falling.

The number of people prepared to support Scottish independence is falling substantially, new polling suggests.

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Salmond 'dithering' over referendum

Salmond: Dithering, scheming or holding his nerve?

David Cameron pressured Alex Salmond into holding an early referendum on Scottish independence today, when he addressed the Scottish Conservative party conference.

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Cameron comes out fighting for Scotland

Reports suggest there is a certain element of mutual respect between Salmond and Cameron

David Cameron began his fight for the preservation of the United Kingdom in Edinburgh today.

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MPs demand clarity on Scottish divorce

 Scottish and the English Parliaments united in 1707

Divorce from Scotland should be fair and equitable, parliamentarians have urged.

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Salmond popularity plummets amid referendum controversy

Salmond's popularity has fallen among non-SNP voters

The popularity of Alex Salmond has plummeted 13% since December, as the storm over a referendum on Scottish independence dominates the front pages.

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Ed Miliband pro-union speech in full

Ed Miliband: 'I passionately believe people do want to be part of better – a better United Kingdom.'

Read Ed Miliband's speech against Scottish independence in full, on politics.co.uk

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Salmond attacks Cameron 'dictatorship'

Cross purposes: Salmond brands Cameron 'dictatorial'

David Cameron's increasingly "dictatorial" approach to the Scottish independence referendum is increasing the likelihood of a 'yes' vote, Alex Salmond has said.

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Salmond: The case for English independence

Salmond: England can benefit too

Alex Salmond will direct his campaign for Scottish independence in an unusual direction today when he sets out the case for English benefits from separation.

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Captain Britain writer: I believe in Scottish independence

Comic book fans queue up with their books. Paul Cornell wrote Captain Britain and MI:13 between 2008 and 2009.

Campaigners for Scottish independence have received support from an unexpected quarter, after the writer of comic book character Captain Britain said he was sympathetic towards those calling for separation.

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