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  • Scotland’s rich economic tapestry is a huge asset for the UK

    Chief Secretary to the Treasury Danny Alexander sets out why being part of the UK is helping Scotland’s economy grow and create jobs.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Scottish Referendum - Message from Jo Swinson MP

    Jo Swinson writes on the Scottish Referendum and its effects on women and business

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • One in ten Scottish jobs linked to UK trade

    Almost 270,000 jobs – over 1 in 10 - in Scotland are linked to trade with the UK.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Danny Alexander: the pound question

    Chief Secretary to the Treasury responds to the Scotland Decides TV debate on the independence referendum, and the question of currency.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Benefits of UK leaflet sent to Scottish households

    Second UK Government information leaflet to be sent to Scottish households ahead of Scottish independence referendum

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Try our online tool

    Explore the benefits of staying part of the United Kingdom for your home, work and family life.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Scotland independence referendum: UK government launches YouDecide

    A user-friendly online tool to help people easily find information about the benefits of being part of the UK has been launched today by the UK government.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • New analysis shows growing trade with Scotland

    The biggest and fastest growing market for Scottish goods and services, outside Scotland itself, is the rest of the UK.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Scottish independence referendum: Alistair Carmichael Twitter Q&A

    Scottish Secretary Alistair Carmichael took part in a Twitter chat to answer questions on the Scottish independence referendum.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Sir Simon Fraser champions UK Government support for Scottish businesses

    In Aberdeen, Sir Simon Fraser spoke to local business leaders about the services the UK Government provides to British businesses overseas.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Independence referendum: UK facts heading for Scottish households

    Ahead of the Scottish referendum, a booklet explaining what staying in the UK means for Scotland will start dropping through letterboxes.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Costs of setting up a new Scottish state: article by Danny Alexander

    An op-ed by Danny Alexander, Chief Secretary to the Treasury.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Chief Secretary on Scotland's future

    Danny Alexander, Chief Secretary to the Treasury speaks at ICAS Scotland’s Future Conference

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • UK government’s ‘Project Fact’ enters final phase

    Government publishes conclusions of its Scotland Analysis programme.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Scottish referendum: intimidation has no part to play in debate

    Businesses pointing out independence risks should not be silenced says Scottish Secretary

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Benefits of the UK booklet going to every household in Scotland

    Scottish Secretary launches booklet explaining what staying in the United Kingdom means for Scotland.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Chief Secretary on the benefits of the union to the UK oil and gas industry

    Chief Secretary to the Treasury, Danny Alexander speaks at Oil and Gas UK's Annual Conference

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Benefits of the union to UK oil and gas industry laid out by Chief Secretary

    In a speech in Aberdeen, the Chief Secretary to the Treasury set out why the oil and gas industry is a jewel in the UK’s crown.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Scottish independence referendum: the final countdown

    The best of both worlds: Alistair Carmichael outlines his top 3 reasons why Scotland is better off as part of the United Kingdom.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Why Scotland is better off staying in the UK

    Vince Cable's speech outlines government’s long-term economic plan and how Scottish businesses are better off with UK industrial strategy.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government