Scotland's Referendum

An in-depth guide to understanding Scotland's historic 2014 independence referendum.

Essential for anyone interested in Scottish politics, democracy, and constitutional futures.

About the Ebook

On 18 September 2014, everyone in Scotland aged 16 or over will be asked the question: 'Should Scotland Be An Independent Country? 'As the referendum approaches, the debates over whether or not Scotland should be an independent country are becoming more heated. This guide, produced by respected Scottish journalists and authors, Jamie Maxwell and David Torrance, covers everything you need to know in advance of deciding which way to vote. Maxwell and Torrance summarise the main arguments for and against before delving into the central issues at the heart of the debate, including economics, welfare and pensions, defence and foreign affairs, and culture and national identity. They outline the way that Scotland is currently governed and review where the parties stand on the debate before concluding with speculative chapters on what happens after the vote, whether YES or NO. The referendum on 18 September 2014 is the most significant democratic event in Scotland's history. Get engaged. Be informed. Whatever you do, don't NOT vote!

Why You'll Love This Ebook

• Authentic Scottish voices and captivating narratives.
• Rich cultural heritage woven throughout every page.
• Published by Luath Press, Scotland's leading independent publisher.
• Instantly accessible through The Grey Hill App.

About the Author

JAMIE MAXWELL is a Scottish political journalist. He has contributed to New Statesman, The Sunday Herald and The Scotsman, and is currently on the editorial team of Bella Caledonia. Over the last two years he has been heavily involved in editing and publishing his father Stephen Maxwell’s books Arguing for Independence and The Case for Left Wing Nationalism. He is currently working on a book of the collected essays of Tom Nairn.

DAVID TORRANCE is a freelance writer, journalist and broadcaster who specialises in the politics and history of the long-running debate about Scottish independence. After being educated in Edinburgh, Aberdeen and Cardiff he worked as a newspaper and television reporter before taking a brief career break to dabble in politics at Westminster. For the past seven years he has been a freelance commentator as well as the author or editor of more than ten books about Scottish and UK politics, biography and history. Like all good Scotsmen he has lived in London for long stretches but is currently based in Edinburgh.

Publication Details

Publisher: Luath Press

Publication Date: 19 June 2014

Print Length: 128 pages (Ebook edition)

ISBN (Ebook): 9781910324141

Format: Ebook

Language: English

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