Economy

Many countries have shown great success after independence, particularly in terms of GDP growth and developing their own currency. Overall, it can be suggested that full independence would have contributed to greater GDP growth for Scotland than devolution.

It is evident that inequalities and uneven levels of deprivation across the UK continue to be a significant problem.

Independence offers the only realistic chance of escape from a government seemingly hell bent on damaging our economy

All you need to know about Scotland's economy, its finances, independence and Brexit.

Rather than the outmoded measures of growth, productidvity and income, our research indentifyed 15 headline indicators - a prosperity index - that refledt the actual experience of well being and security for people.

Rapidly growing new and high-tech industries are also driving Scotland’s economy which is actually more diverse than the rest of the UK.  Three areas are of particular importance: Life sciences, digital industries, and space industry.

One of the key drivers of a successful economy is innovation. Scotland has a proven track record of being a highly innovative nation. This can be one of the foundations upon which to build an exciting economic future.

Scotland's economy benefits from a range of advantages that few other countries of similar size can match. Our natural wealth is a key foundation stone for a prosperous future as an independent country.

There were a number of  mistakes made in negotiating a Brexit arrangement. 
This was imposed on Scotland against its will. It has turned out to be a disaster for key industries.

1. Ignoring the wishes of Scotland and the other devolved nations 

A study of activism against austerity in Britain from the financial crisis of 2008 through the Brexit vote of 2016.  It finds that austerity has been a key factor in creating new dividing lines in British society and intensifying old divisions.