Greens back Faroese-style autonomy for Shetland
Scottish Greens have passed a motion supporting Shetland autonomy – up to the “Faroese model”.
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MSP blast’s independence ‘political obsession’
An MSP has slammed the SNP’s priorities as “utterly ridiculous” following a debate in parliament on independence. Jamie Halcro Johnston has included the need for…
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Sturgeon stands down as First Minister
Nicola Sturgeon has announced her intention to stand down as First Minister after eight years in the job. The news has prompted a response locally,…
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Labour candidate believes Scottish independence will harm economy
The economy would be under “greater threat” if Scotland gained independence, according to Scottish Labour candidate Martin Kerr. Mr Kerr, who is standing in next…
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Election’s “crazy man” targets disengaged voters
“Hello, I’m the crazy man from the election,” is the phrase Stuart Hill uses to introduce himself on the doorsteps of prospective voters.
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‘And so it begins’ – opinion split on whether second independence referendum is welcome
Opinion is divided over the idea of a second independence referendum…
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SNP determined to capitalise on ‘buoyant’ mood
The resurgent Shetland brach of the SNP had a good representation at the party’s national conference in Perth last weekend which saw Nicola Sturgeon officially…
READ FULL STORYHigh turnout confirmed by latest figures
An expected turn out of 80 per cent was being forecast for the independence referendum in Shetland at 5.30pm.
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Vote yes for self-government (Sue Wailoo)
Two years ago Prime Minister David Cameron refused to allow a third question of a “devo-max” option on the Scottish referendum ballot paper.
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Scott bullish ahead of referendum meeting
Voters in the isles will overwhelmingly reject independence, according to isles MSP Tavish Scott.
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