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3 unusual facts about Scottish independence


Alasdair Allan

He authored the booklet Talking Independence, which sought to answer questions about Scottish independence, ranging from "What will I pay in tax?" to "Will I still be able to visit relatives in England?" and "Will we still get EastEnders?".

Campbell Martin

He also believes the party is not vociferous enough in its advocation of Scottish independence.

Scottish Assembly

The Scots National League was formed in 1920 in favour of Scottish independence, and this movement was superseded in 1928 by the formation of the National Party of Scotland, which became the Scottish National Party (SNP) in 1934.


Carmarthen by-election, 1966

Gwynfor Evans' surprise win is credited with laying the foundations for Winnie Ewing's victory for the Scottish National Party at the Hamilton by-election, 1967, an event of equal significance for Scottish nationalism.

Robert Liversidge

Compton Mackenzie was an intelligence officer in World War I and a prominent Scottish nationalist.

Scotland Act 1978

Following Winnie Ewing's groundbreaking win for the Scottish National Party in the Hamilton by-election, 1967, the United Kingdom government responded to the growing support for Scottish independence by setting up the Royal Commission on the Constitution, better known as the Kilbrandon Commission (1969–1973).


see also

Battle of Stirling

Battle of Stirling Bridge, battle of the First War of Scottish Independence in 1297

Neil Campbell

Sir Neil Campbell, known as Niall mac Cailein (died 1316), hero of the Wars of Scottish Independence

William Oliphant

William Oliphant, Lord of Aberdalgie (died 1329), Scottish knight during the Wars of Scottish Independence