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So much for ‘moral purpose’: Throwing Wales under the bus

In a piece that examines the implications of Scottish independence for Wales, Richard Wyn Jones makes an impassioned case for a fairer settlement for Wales.

Director of SCCC in independence murder mystery

Nordic Aspirations?

Malcolm Harvey discusses the historical development of the Nordic Model and the challenges Scotland would face in adopting such a system.

What would Scottish independence mean for local government?

In an article published in the Guardian, James Mitchell reflects upon implications of the referendum debate for local government, arguing that the referendum presents an opportunity for local governments to assert themselves and tackle difficult questions.

What happens in the case of a no vote?

Ahead of our If No event this Saturday, our academic fellows respond to the question, 'what happens if Scotland votes no?'

Scottish ballot is not stoking nationalism in Northern Ireland

Christine Bell discusses implications of the Scottish independence debate for Northern Ireland and calls for a more creative relationship between the centre and the periphery.

UK Government Scotland analysis: Energy

Quebec's election

Dani Cetra discusses Quebec's recent election which saw the defeat of the nationalist Parti Québécois.

Fitch Report discusses credit ratings in event of independence