The New Scotland (Fabian Pamphlet)

Politics & Social Sciences

Hassan, Gerry

Politics & Government

Fabian Society

The Scottish independence debate has consequences for Scotland, British politics, the future of the UK - and internationally. In Scotland Rising, Gerry Hassan addresses the key questions in this debate with a deep dive into its history, beyond the usual references to Thatcherism, Toryism and Westminster, by analysing the relative decline of the UK, the nature of the British state, its capitalist economy and politics that underpin it. At the same time, a distinctive, autonomous Scotland has emerged beyond Nichola Sturgeon’s SNP and independence that has demanded more self-government. Scotland Rising highlights the importance of culture, stories and collective voices in reshaping how people see Scotland, both in during the first referendum in 2014 and again today. This debate is of relevance to everyone in the UK, including England, Wales and Northern Ireland. Can politics and democracy liberate people from the wreckage of Westminster? And if the Scots can, could it inspire others? Scotland Rising is a must-read for anyone with an interest in the future of Scotland and the UK.

Scotland Rising: The Case for Independence

History

Europe

Pluto Press

The Strange Death of Labour in Scotland?: The Strange Death of Labour Scotland

Analyses the rise and fall of Labour in Scotland and asks: is Labour's decline irreversible? After being the leading party in Scotland for 50 years, Labour was shocked to lose an election and office to the SNP in the 2007 Scottish Parliamentary elections, and thunderstruck when the SNP won a majority government in the same elections in 2011. This book analyses the last 30 years of Scottish Labour, from the arrival of Thatcherism in 1979 right up to the results of the 2010 Westminster elections and 2011 Scottish Parliamentary elections.

Shaw, Eric

Edinburgh University Press

Contemporary Scotland is undergoing a radical transformation economically, socially, and politically. New elites, institutions, and players are emerging, while old power groups are faced with the challenge of holding onto their previously unquestioned power. Looking across the spectrum of Scottish life and society, this text asks who runs Scotland, who are the key players and elites, and who are the crucial insiders and outsiders, and offers a penetrating map of how decisions are made in Scotland. This collection brings together an analysis of traditional areas of Scottish society such as finance, industry, and the business lobby, while offering an examination of newer issues reflecting the diversity and changing nature of Scotland—new entrepreneurs, changing gender relations, gay Scotland, and the Asian establishment. It brings together in over 30 essays that offer an accessible but definitive analysis of Scotland at a crucial point in its history.

Anatomy of the New Scotland: Power, Influence and Change

Warhurst, Chris

Mainstream Publishing

The "Almanac of Scottish Politics" is a useful reference book which covers constituency information, election results, the workings of the Scottish Parliament and Executive and biographies of key personalities.

The Almanac of Scottish Politics

Lynch, Peter

Politicos Pub

Radical Scotland: Arguments for Self-determination

Ilett, Rosie

Luath Pr

At the height of the Scottish Independence debate, After Independence offers an in-depth and varied exploration of the possibilities for Scotland, from both pro and anti-independence standpoints.? Drawing together over two dozen leading minds on the subject, After Independence offers a comprehensive and balanced analysis of Scotland's current and prospective political, economic, social and cultural situation.? Brought together in an inclusive, accessible and informative way, After Independence asks and answers a range of questions crucial to the Independence debate and invites its readers to become involved at this crucial moment of Scottish history in the making.

After Independence: The State of the Scottish Nation Debate (11) (Viewpoints)

Luath Press Ltd.

Caledonian Dreaming: The Quest for a Different Scotland (Open Scotland)

A Nation Changed? provides the first detailed and wide-ranging analysis of the SNP in office. It looks at how Scotland has changed and not changed during that time, and the challenges that lie ahead. The book examines the SNP's record, its role as a government and as a party, detailed policy issues such as education and health, and the Brexit conundrum and independence. Offering insights and suggestions for further action and reform, A Nation Changed? brings together an unparalleled range of knowledgeable and expert voices all of whom care deeply about Scotland, public policy, the state of democracy, and the future of our nation. This groundbreaking study offers fresh thinking, food for thought, and ideas for debate concerning the changing terrain of Scottish politics.

A Nation Changed?: The SNP and Scotland Ten Years On

Barrow, Simon

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