Alistair Darling

Day of destiny: September 18 2014 picked for indyref poll
Thursday 21 March 2013

Scots will vote on independence on Thursday September 18 next year, Alex Salmond announced this afternoon.

No 10 sources say PM won't face FM in referendum debate
Tuesday 12 March 2013

OVER the years the live political TV debate has played a major role in determining the outcome of crucial votes.

Sturgeon: council status 'would be enshrined'
Friday 8 March 2013

Leaders on both sides of the independence debate have clashed over a call to set the role of local government in a written constitution.

Leaked paper shows SNP fears over cost of benefits
Thursday 7 March 2013

SNP ministers have privately voiced concerns about an independent Scotland being able to afford state pensions and unemployment benefits.

Political heavyweights pay tribute to Bruce Millan
Tuesday 5 March 2013

The biggest names from Scottish Labour joined mourners at a memorial service for much-loved politician Bruce Millan.