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Scotland’s Parliament was absorbed into England’s Westminster when we “a parcel of rogues” were persuaded to form a Union. Limited powers were returned in 1999. How has Scotland performed since? What if Scotland had all its powers back? Browse these visual analyses and decide for yourself. Feel free to share them

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Scotland has no control over Westminster Austerity – here’s why
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Scotland has no control over Westminster Austerity – here’s why

YiPSep 4, 20241 min read

If you investigate how Scotland’s public funding works, it’s clear that most of it is controlled outside Scotland – by…

Winter Fuel Payment – more Westminster austerity
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Winter Fuel Payment – more Westminster austerity

YiPAug 20, 2024
Who’d invent a Parliament like this?
UK Democracy

Who’d invent a Parliament like this?

YiPJul 18, 2024

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Labour Humour

Mar 5, 20243 min read

A growing collection of cartoons and graphics adapting Labour in Scotland messages, rather than being particularly about Independence.

Will Labour honour its promises to Scotland?

Will Labour honour its promises to Scotland?

Mar 5, 20242 min read

Since the Scottish Parliament was set up in 1999, successive Labour leaders have promised Scotland more devolved power – and to honour its right to self determination. But none have…

How is Scotland funded?

How is Scotland funded?

Feb 29, 20242 min read

Currently most public spending for Scotland is controlled by Labour or the Tories – either directly from Westminster, or via the Local Councils they control. After independence all public spending…

Who controls Scottish Councils?

Who controls Scottish Councils?

Feb 28, 20241 min read

Most Scottish Councils are lead by Westminster parties – Labour, Tories or Lib Dems. They are the ones who control most Council spending, not the SNP – despite the impression…

A case study in “Scottish” Tory Nepotism

A case study in “Scottish” Tory Nepotism

Feb 26, 20242 min read

For the Tories, granting a privilege, monetary reward or other advantage for services rendered politically is commonplace.

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