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Vince Cable sets out the business case for Scotland’s continued membership of the UK in a speech to businesses in Glasgow.
First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government
Analysis shows that every Scot will be £1,400 better off every year staying part of the UK, but how far does £1,400 go?
Scottish Secretary comments on expert report that says independent Scotland would face lengthy wait for EU membership.
Latest In the Know factsheet highlights how the UK helps safeguard the finances of Scottish people.
As part of the UK, Scotland’s finances are stronger – the Treasury calculates every year this is worth £1400 for every person in Scotland.
Chief Secretary to the Treasury, Danny Alexander speaks at the launch of the latest Scotland Analysis fiscal paper in Edinburgh.
Every Scottish man, woman and child benefits from a £1,400 UK Dividend as part of the UK, new analysis shows.
Taxpayers in an independent Scotland could face working even longer before reaching tax freedom.
Independent research based on Quebec setting up a new state estimates that it could cost up to one percent of a country’s GDP to establish the new systems required to run a newly independent state.
The currency isn’t just about the notes and coins in your pocket. Get the facts.
A ‘no’ vote in this year’s referendum does not mean ‘no’ to change, says Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg.
The benefits of the UK are clear, the plans for independence are not says Scottish Secretary Alistair Carmichael.
Danny Alexander writes to the Scottish government finance minister to challenge the lack of analysis in the Scottish government white paper.
In a letter to the Scottish government Finance Minister, Danny Alexander says fundamental questions around independence remain unanswered.
What would happen to Scotland if we became independent? Read the myths, and realities, of the Scottish independence debate.
Chief Secretary to the Treasury, Danny Alexander speaks at the Scottish Council for Development and Industry.
Scottish Independence White Paper myths must be debunked, says Chief Secretary to the Treasury, Danny Alexander.
Scottish Secretary says being part of the UK gives us a bigger role on the world stage.
What Scottish independence would mean for social security, pensions and helping people into work.
There’s just 5 months until Scotland makes a big decision about its future. Make sure you’re in the know.
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