The case for independence
Each topic sets out why independence would help, the challenges it would bring, and how Scotland plans to meet them, with every source linked.
- Democracy
Democracy and the road to a referendum
Where Scotland stands today, the mandate from the 2026 election, and the legal route to a referendum.
- Money
Public finances
Scotland's public finances, what the figures do and don't show, and how an independent Scotland would manage its budget.
- Money
Currency, mortgages and savings
Keeping the pound from day one, a Scottish Central Bank, and the conditions for a Scottish pound.
- Money
The economy and trade
What similar independent countries achieve, the proposed £20bn investment fund, and trade with the rest of the UK.
- Europe
The EU and the border
Re-joining the EU, the Common Travel Area, and what it means for the border with England.
- Resources
Energy and natural resources
Record renewable electricity, net power exports, hydrogen, and what independence could mean for bills.
- Security
Defence and NATO
NATO membership, removing nuclear weapons, and Scotland's own defence forces.
- Everyday life
Pensions, the NHS and benefits
A protected NHS, Scotland's own benefits agency, and the pension questions still to be answered.
- People
Citizenship and migration
Automatic Scottish citizenship, keeping your British passport, and new routes to live and work in Scotland.
- Society
Education, culture and justice
Free tuition in the constitution, a Scottish broadcaster, and closer justice co-operation with Europe.