” I saw this today, at an agricultural show in an area of Scotland hardly renowned for its constitutional radicalism. “
Who Shall Speak For Scotland?
Who Speaks for Scotland?
“denying democracy and fairness is part of the system – no matter who has a majority in London. “
A Deficit Of Fairness
“Can we afford to stay?”. And I don’t think we can.
Endgame
“And the message couldn’t be clearer – we’re in it to win it, even if it means a defacto referendum in a general election in 2024 – or sooner, if Johnson goes – and it would be well nigh impossible for unionist parties to boycott a UK wide vote. “
“Scotland’s Holy Trinity”
“For communities and countries to survive and prosper, three essential elements are required – water, food and energy.”
Once in a Generation
Thinking about this stuff is a bit like dealing with anything in life that looks difficult and daunting. But build it from the ground up. Take it one step at a time. And guess what? It becomes rather simple
Game ON
“The repeated question – “why not Scotland?” changes the burden of proof”
Today’s Paper.A Reminder
” today we need to see a blueprint that reflects the ideals of people who have fought for the rebirth of a modern, progressive, truly democratic Scotland all their lives.”
The Football
“First things first. We got hosed. Battered. Completely horsed. Ukraine were absolutely brilliant. Totally deserved it.”
Sma’ Things
“The most damning thing about the Sue Gray report wasn’t the booze or the parties. It was the appalling way the powerful treated the powerless. “
