That is not a situation that anyone, whether they are for or against independence, should seek.

The challenge against judicial independence, and rule of law were also dismissed.

For that reason, the referendum is expected to result in a majority vote against independence.

The forces against independence would in any future vote range across the political spectrum.

Q: Do you have a view as to who should be leading a campaign against independence?

He is not against greater financial independence for Scotland.

If this is the best argument against independence and for the union, I don't see what's to worry about.

In contrast, on Mohéli only five out of 6,059 votes were against independence.

He did vote on legislation to protect the alcohol industry 30 times and was against Philippine independence.

He was against Congress and its fight against independence.