FM writes to PM on Scotland’s right to decide
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Detailed analysis of the UK’s performance across a range of economic and social indicators relative to that of ten European countries.
Building a New Scotland
It is vital that the people of Scotland have the information they need to make an informed choice about Scotland’s future.
A series of papers, titled ‘Building a New Scotland’, form a prospectus for an independent Scotland.
A Fresh Start with Independence
Independence offers Scotland a fresh start, with the powers to raise living standards, grow the economy, and shape a fairer, more prosperous future.
What you need to know
You may have questions about what independence could mean for you. This paper will signpost you to key information in the relevant papers.
Sets out the Scottish Government’s view that people who live in Scotland have the right to choose how they should be governed.
Sets out the Scottish Government’s proposals for the economy of an independent Scotland.
Sets out proposals for a written constitution that puts democracy, rights and equality at the heart of everything we do as an independent country.
Sets out the Scottish Government’s proposals for citizenship in an independent Scotland.
Sets out the Scottish Government's vision for a humane and principled migration policy after independence.
Sets out benefits of EU membership and the contribution Scotland can bring as a new member state.
Sets out the opportunities that independence would provide for Scotland’s marine sector.
Sets out a new approach to social security, creating a fairer more equal Scotland.
Sets out how the powers of independence would protect and enhance our access to culture.
Sets out the Scottish Government’s vision for an independent Scotland in the world.
Paper sets out the Scottish Government's vision for education and lifelong learning in an independent Scotland.
Sets out the Scottish Government’s vision for justice in an independent Scotland.
News
A Fresh Start with Independence
FM: Scots should make choices that best serve Scotland’s interests.
Justice in an independent Scotland
Supporting safe and resilient communities.