Oral question asked in the House of Commons, by Michael Connarty (Labour). It was answered by Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat) on Wednesday, 15 October 2014 on behalf of the Scotland Office.

Referendum Outcome (Government Policy)

Question: What assessment he has made of the implications for government policy of the outcome of the referendum on independence for Scotland.

Answer

I wish to echo the words of the hon. Member for Glasgow East (Margaret Curran), the shadow Secretary of State, about the sad passing of Angus Macleod. He was a true highland gentleman and a thorough professional, and our political and public life in Scotland will be much the poorer without him.

The referendum result ensures that Scotland remains part of our United Kingdom. I welcome the fact that all parties have chosen to participate in cross-party talks chaired by Lord Smith to deliver further devolution. On Monday, the Government published a Command Paper. Following receipt of Lord Smith’s report, we will publish draft clauses before Burns night.

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Type: Oral question
Reference: 905360; 586 cc283-6
Session: 2014-15
Oral question type: Lead
Chamber / Committee: House of Commons chamber
Subjects: Referendums Scotland Sovereignty
Link: View this Oral question on www.publications.parliament.uk

Referendum Outcome (Government Policy)

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