Why Scotland should be independent
Former economist and senior civil servant, John Randall gives the reasons for Independence
Read moreRetired civil servant, mainly in the Scottish Office, working as a professional economist 1970-1985 and then as a senior civil servant 1985-2003 when he advised Ministers on housing, rural development, and natural heritage policy issues. His final post was as Registrar General for Scotland (1999-2003), during which time he oversaw the 2001 Census in Scotland. Now living in Lewis where he has been involved in several community projects and is a member of the Scottish Currency Group.
Former economist and senior civil servant, John Randall gives the reasons for Independence
Read moreJohn Randall ponders if Scotland would be better off with their own currency if they achieved independence from the rest...
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