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The debate on Scottish independence: where do English voters stand?
Almost a half of all people in England would oppose Scotland gaining independence, according to a BBC/ComRes poll for last night's Newsnight, reports Ed Jacobs.
The five steps to Scottish independence
Professor Robert Hazell, director of the Constitution Unit at the School of Public Policy, University College London, outlines the five steps to Scottish independence.
Money spent on independence referendum “could be put to better use”
It will cost the Scottish Government £12 million to carry out their independence referendum - money it can ill afford in the present economic circumstances.
White Paper offers voters a real choice for Scotland
The Government White Paper, unveiled this week, offers voters a clear alternative to nationalism, as support for Scottish independence slumps to below 30%.
By-election defeat could cause SNP rethink
The SNP’s defeat in Glasgow could lead them to reasses their plans for independence, with polls turning against Alex Salmond and the administration.