SCOTTISH INDEPENDENCE

The British government began a historic transfer of powers to Scotland on Thursday (January 22), keeping a pledge it had given to persuade Scots to reject independence as renewed nationalist support surges.

The SNP leader claims the draft bill from the UK government offers less than the Smith Commission.

The draft law will see Scots being able to determine tax and welfare rates.

SNP supporters are feeling a lot more bullish now than they were a year ago.

Better Together campaign leader allegedly told Cameron to avoid 'English votes for English laws'.

Audit Scotland report warns the country's devolved government is not prepared for major changes.

Thought of an alliance between Salmond and Miliband is enough to send shivers down right-wing spines.

The services, financial and oil market industries are set to receive a boost in staff

Promises haven't been kept - make no mistake about it.

Meanwhile, Nicola Sturgeon was named Scotland's Politician of the Year.

Sturgeon expected to officially assume position of First Minister of Scotland later today (19 November).

Police preparing for trouble in Glasgow as Scotland and England meet for football match.

Alex Salmond has towered over Scottish politics for a quarter-century and changed the UK forever.

Salmond announced he would step down the day after Scots voted against independence.

SNP leader is stepping down and Nicola Sturgeon is taking his place.

Murray returns to British shores for the first time since sparking outrage by backing the 'yes' vote.

Scottish cities are also seeking greater devolved power over tax and spending at a local level.

Some 66% of poll respondents also back only English MPs voting on English laws.

Bosch tells IBT Catalonia could lead wave of secession which 'cuts Europe to pieces'.

Dr Angus Armstrong told MPs that 'English votes for English laws' is not democratic.

Some 55% Scots voted against independence in the 18 September referendum this year.