Yes in Pictures

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

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…


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 for Scotland will be controlled by Scotland.

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.

Where does Scotland sit on the political spectrum?

Where does Scotland sit on the political spectrum?

Feb 26, 20242 min read

Scottish voters are at the other end of the political spectrum from the rest of the UK – in particular England, which dominates the UK’s politics. Scottish politics and political…

What if all cars were the same price as a Rolls Royce?

What if all cars were the same price as a Rolls Royce?

Feb 26, 20241 min read

What if all cars were the same price as a Rolls Royce? That’s what the UK Government does with energy bills. People in Scotland pay the price of the most…

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