International comparisons

The Case for a Scottish Clarity Act

Author / Creator: Stephen Coulter

Media type: Article

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This article seeks to add to the debate on the future of the UK's territorial constitution by arguing for the passage of a ‘Scottish Clarity Act’ by the UK government, which would outline the rules about when and how a future Scottish independence referendum should be conducted.


Thrive: The Freedom To Flourish

Author / Creator: Lesley Riddoch

Media type: Book

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In Thrive, Lesley Riddoch makes an impassioned case for independence, weaving academic evidence with story, international comparison with anecdote, to explain why Scotland is ready to step forward as the world’s newest state.


Independence in the modern world. Wealthier, happier, fairer: why not Scotland?

Author / Creator: Scottish Government

Media type: Report

Date published: 2022

 How to strengthen Scotland's economic and social performance