Illegal referendum
Not up to the courts
Author / Creator: Ciaran Martin
Media type: Article
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It is unrealistic to think that Scotland will leave the Union without the consent of Westminster. This makes the key question a political one, which the courts cannot resolve.
Could Scotland stage an independence referendum without UK approval? What the law says
Author / Creator: Marc Weller
Media type: Columnist Opinion
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Methods of gaining independence include self-determination, a referendum without UK approval, legal proceedings, consultation, and other forms of negotiation.