There appears to be broad consensus this morning that Scotland will get devolved powers over all income tax on earnings but not savings in the
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The race to the bottom is off
I was pleased to note from the FT this morning that in debate on devolution of tax powers to Scotland “all three parties agree that
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Ten thoughts on No
No has won the day. Politics takes on a new direction. Some immediate thoughts. 1. Politics is important People have realised politics can make a
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I’ve never been a federalist – and No kept me awake last night
I am nervous this morning and lost sleep last night, which is relatively rare for me. I can do stress, but it usually leaves me
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Venn diagrams for our times: Scotland
So which way would I vote? Yes or No?
Rupert Murdich's Sun has prevaricated on the issue of Yes or No in Scotland. I suspect it's doing so as a threat to Scottish politicians
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If the finance profession says No I think a lot of people might decide to vote Yes
I just noticed this as a headline in an email from Financial Director magazine: I wonder if they realise that for many people that
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An independent Scotland will have to charge 5% VAT on food
A comment on this blog has made me look at a key issue for the people of Scotland post independence. This is the impact of
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Scotland, Currency and Finance
Might I give a plug here for a blog I have written for the New Left Project on the above, related themes? It’s available here. The
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