Yes Groups

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The grassroots campaign holds an annual fundraiser which goes directly towards spending on leaflets and rallies

Believe in Scotland

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'Deeply humbled': Believe in Scotland smashes initial target as more than £60k raised

Yes activists gathered outside Holyrood on the 10th anniversary of the independence referendum, and spoke to The National about their feelings on the movement

Yes activists gathered outside Holyrood on the 10th anniversary of the independence referendum, and spoke to The National about their feelings on the movement

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Deflated, hopeful, or both? How Yes activists feel about independence 10 years on

The event in Dumfries took place at the same time as the Believe in Scotland rally in Edinburgh

The event in Dumfries took place at the same time as the Believe in Scotland rally in Edinburgh

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‘Filled with hope and laughter’: Regional Yes event marks 10 years since indyref

We are stuck in a timeloop and we think that the thing that got us into this loop is the thing that can get us out of it, writes Robin McAlpine

We are stuck in a timeloop and we think that the thing that got us into this loop is the thing that can get us out of it, writes Robin McAlpine

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Robin McAlpine: ‘Yes’ should no longer be the word for our movement

John Swinney is set to address independence campaigners to mark the 10-year anniversary of the 2014 referendum

John Swinney is set to address independence campaigners to mark the 10-year anniversary of the 2014 referendum

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John Swinney: Indy movement must 'reawaken sense of optimism' seen during 2014

People take part in a Believe in Scotland march and rally in Edinburgh in September 2023

People take part in a Believe in Scotland march and rally in Edinburgh in September 2023

Scottish independence

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Independence group to match donations as crowdfunder for Yes campaign grows

A previous Believe in Scotland march and rally held in Edinburgh

A previous Believe in Scotland march and rally held in Edinburgh

Scottish independence

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Indy group urged to reschedule referendum event over clash with Yes rallies

The congress is the biggest meeting of grassroots independence campaign groups

The congress is the biggest meeting of grassroots independence campaign groups

Believe in Scotland

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Scottish Independence Congress overwhelmingly supports Citizens’ Convention

An emergency motion has been put forward to discuss the Scottish Government's annual GERS report

An emergency motion has been put forward to discuss the Scottish Government's annual GERS report

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SNP conference to address 'ludicrous' GERS in emergency motion

The group has so far raised almost £6000 for charities and organisations across the country

The group has so far raised almost £6000 for charities and organisations across the country

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Cash raised at independence rallies handed to local food bank

It is the third regional campaign day organised by Believe in Scotland, in a bid to connect people with more local issues affecting the independence vote

It is the third regional campaign day organised by Believe in Scotland, in a bid to connect people with more local issues affecting the independence vote

Believe in Scotland

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Believe in Scotland teams up with local Yes groups for indy campaign day

A new documentary by filmmaker Charlie Stuart hopes to move the conversation around independence away from party politics and into the hands of the people

A new documentary by filmmaker Charlie Stuart hopes to move the conversation around independence away from party politics and into the hands of the people

Scottish independence

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Why this filmmaker is producing a new independence documentary

The film will tell the 'personal stories' about the individuals and local groups campaigning for independence

The film will tell the 'personal stories' about the individuals and local groups campaigning for independence

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Fundraiser launched to create film about grassroots independence movement

The group said the SNP had sent 'mixed messages' on independence throughout their election campaign

The group said the SNP had sent 'mixed messages' on independence throughout their election campaign

Believe in Scotland

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Indy group issues stark warning to SNP over future of movement

A grassroots group has organised a weekend of events which will explore Burns' feelings on independence

A grassroots group has organised a weekend of events which will explore Burns' feelings on independence

Pensioners for Indy

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Yes group organises event connecting Robert Burns and independence

It is the second regional campaign day organised by BiS, in a bid to connect people with more local issues affecting the independence vote

It is the second regional campaign day organised by BiS, in a bid to connect people with more local issues affecting the independence vote

Believe in Scotland

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Believe in Scotland teams up with local Yes groups for Borders campaign day

A campaign day organised by grassroots independence groups will take place this weekend

A campaign day organised by grassroots independence groups will take place this weekend

Believe in Scotland

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Independence campaign day to be held in Dumfries and Galloway

The Dumfries and Galloway Indy Hub van helps to deliver campaign material across the region and spread the word about independence

The Dumfries and Galloway Indy Hub van helps to deliver campaign material across the region and spread the word about independence

Believe in Scotland

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Grassroots organisation starts fundraiser to support independence groups

'We will realise our dream of an independent Scotland... for the future generations to come'

'We will realise our dream of an independent Scotland... for the future generations to come'

Believe in Scotland

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Karen Adam: We have great opportunities now to refocus our indy efforts

Independence campaigner Ruth Watson

Independence campaigner Ruth Watson

Conservative Party

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Independence volunteers introduce QR code initiative to push voter turnout

The original hub closed in November 2022

The original hub closed in November 2022

Scottish independence

Yes group announces public event to raise funds for city centre campaign hub

Neil Mackay of All Under One Banner said criticising the speakers list is 'off point'

Neil Mackay of All Under One Banner said criticising the speakers list is 'off point'

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All Under One Banner defends speakers list amid online backlash

SNP leadership candidates Ash Regan, Humza Yousaf and Kate Forbes

SNP leadership candidates Ash Regan, Humza Yousaf and Kate Forbes

Scottish independence

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The view from across the Yes movement as SNP leadership race results loom

King Charles III is to be coronated on May 6

King Charles III is to be coronated on May 6

King Charles III

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Greens invited to join next FM at independence rally on King's coronation

The Progress to Yes conference has been cancelled by organisers

The Progress to Yes conference has been cancelled by organisers

Scottish independence

Progress to Yes conference cancelled amid SNP leadership battle

Kate Forbes on the Isle of Skye

Kate Forbes on the Isle of Skye

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Kate Forbes sets out plan to unite Scottish independence movement

Without Nicola Sturgeon’s unique contribution, the White Paper making the case for independence would never have happened

Without Nicola Sturgeon’s unique contribution, the White Paper making the case for independence would never have happened

Michael Russell

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Michael Russell: We’ve been set a challenge - is Yes movement ready to take it up?

The only virtue of Nicola Sturgeon going is that it allows the SNP to embrace a fresh start

The only virtue of Nicola Sturgeon going is that it allows the SNP to embrace a fresh start

Nicola Sturgeon

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Lesley Riddoch: Now is time to rethink SNP's 'grin-and-bear-it' approach to Yessers

Nominate your friends, family and fellow activists for our 2023 award!

Nominate your friends, family and fellow activists for our 2023 award!

The National Grassroots

Independence Activist of the Year 2023

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The National unveils 'Indy Activist of the Year' award in tribute to campaigner

Scots are being urged to show their support for the EU on the third anniversary of Brexit

Scots are being urged to show their support for the EU on the third anniversary of Brexit

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Lesley Riddoch: A day of shame for Britain can be one of pride for Scots

The Scottish Independence Congress is expecting 300 delegates from local and national groups

The Scottish Independence Congress is expecting 300 delegates from local and national groups

Michael Russell

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Congress uniting Scotland's pro-independence parties and local Yes groups announced

The fundraiser will be a big boost to local Yes groups across Scotland

The fundraiser will be a big boost to local Yes groups across Scotland

Scottish independence

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Massive Yes fundraiser smashes £100k target ahead of deadline

A rally outside the Scottish Parliament in Edinburgh following the Supreme Court's indyref2 ruling

A rally outside the Scottish Parliament in Edinburgh following the Supreme Court's indyref2 ruling

National Grassroots

Scottish independence

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Fundraiser launched to poll Scots on independence after Supreme Court ruling

Cole-Hamilton has written to the UK Statistics Authority over a wind power figure on a Yes campaign leaflet

Cole-Hamilton has written to the UK Statistics Authority over a wind power figure on a Yes campaign leaflet

Alex Cole-Hamilton

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Alex Cole-Hamilton contacts stats authority over SNP wind power claim

Activists donning Believe in Scotland’s new high-viz have been delivering campaign material

Activists donning Believe in Scotland’s new high-viz have been delivering campaign material

Scottish independence

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Massive Yes fundraiser races past key milestone ahead of target

Natalie McGarry was jailed for two years at Glasgow Sheriff Court in June

Natalie McGarry was jailed for two years at Glasgow Sheriff Court in June

Prosecutors look to recover £162k from former MP Natalie McGarry

Mike Blackshaw with Lesley Riddoch, who has penned this article about her friend and fellow campaigner

Mike Blackshaw with Lesley Riddoch, who has penned this article about her friend and fellow campaigner

Scottish independence

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Baton passes as a great supporter of independence departs the stage

Alyn Smith was part of a panel that included (from left) former Newsnight presenter Gavin Esler, podcaster Jemma Forte, himself, and the philosopher Professor AC Grayling

Alyn Smith was part of a panel that included (from left) former Newsnight presenter Gavin Esler, podcaster Jemma Forte, himself, and the philosopher Professor AC Grayling

Scottish independence

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Yes London event showed Scotland can be example rest of UK follows

An image shared on Twitter by one activist who burned a copy of the Act of Union

An image shared on Twitter by one activist who burned a copy of the Act of Union

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Was burning the Act of Union really such a contentious stunt?

'This is the Yes movement, not SNP so the fact the group took it on now means we can make the independence argument in a party neutral way'

'This is the Yes movement, not SNP so the fact the group took it on now means we can make the independence argument in a party neutral way'

'Indy Curious Saturday' events are coming to Fife with Q&As and performances

Grassroots activists from the Yes organisations that have joined Believe in Scotland say the material it provides is credible and therefore critical in persuading more people to support independence

Grassroots activists from the Yes organisations that have joined Believe in Scotland say the material it provides is credible and therefore critical in persuading more people to support independence

Scottish independence

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Believe in Scotland is now engine of the Yes campaign

From left: Emma Russell, Gillian Mackay and Neil MacLeod spoke at Yes Falkirk event last week

From left: Emma Russell, Gillian Mackay and Neil MacLeod spoke at Yes Falkirk event last week

Scottish independence

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Unity is a must to help build a new nation, Yes group says

The broadcaster and campaigner called for more passion in the movement

The broadcaster and campaigner called for more passion in the movement

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Lesley Riddoch in call for huge protest on day of Supreme Court indy decision

Independence freedom march in Inverness attratcts over 10,000 people from all over the country.

Independence freedom march in Inverness attratcts over 10,000 people from all over the country.

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Tories may move the independence polls by protecting the super rich

People take part in the All Under One Banner Scottish independence demonstration at the Robert the Bruce statue at the Battle of Bannockburn site near Stirling. PA Photo.

People take part in the All Under One Banner Scottish independence demonstration at the Robert the Bruce statue at the Battle of Bannockburn site near Stirling. PA Photo.

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Lesley Riddoch: The Yes movement must ramp up its visibility this winter

A pro-independence event due to be held in George Square the day before the Queen's funeral has been rescheduled

A pro-independence event due to be held in George Square the day before the Queen's funeral has been rescheduled

Queen Elizabeth

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Yes festival on eve of Queen's funeral postponed over 'public order concerns'

Thunder in the Glens returned with a mass ride-out of 3000 bikers from Aviemore to Grantown on Spey

Thunder in the Glens returned with a mass ride-out of 3000 bikers from Aviemore to Grantown on Spey

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IN PICTURES: Engines echo through Aviemore as 3000 bikers attend Thunder in the Glens

The banner stating 'Tory Scum Out' has drawn widespread criticism

The banner stating 'Tory Scum Out' has drawn widespread criticism

Scottish independence

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Renewed calls for indy code of conduct after 'ugly and toxic' Perth protests

YesBikers will lead two independence convoys making their way to Glenshee

YesBikers will lead two independence convoys making their way to Glenshee

Scottish independence

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YesBikers announce two indy convoy events taking place this weekend

The latest video from Yes.scot asks people in Dundee why they want to see Scotland become independent

The latest video from Yes.scot asks people in Dundee why they want to see Scotland become independent

Scottish independence

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WATCH: New indyref2 campaign film sees Dundonians making case for Yes

The 'silent clansman' at a Yes2Indee rally in Edinburgh in March. Photo: Colin Mearns

The 'silent clansman' at a Yes2Indee rally in Edinburgh in March. Photo: Colin Mearns

Scottish independence

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Scottish independence campaign announces two demos ahead of indyref2

Dumfries and Galloway Indy Hub is launching a crowdfunder

Dumfries and Galloway Indy Hub is launching a crowdfunder

Scottish independence

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Mobile independence hub launches crowdfunder ahead of indyref2 campaign

English Scots for Yes remains unafraid of the possibility of a trade border

English Scots for Yes remains unafraid of the possibility of a trade border

Scottish independence

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Indy Scotland-England Border not a problem, says English Scots for Yes founder

All Under One Banner march for independence, Defend Our NHS march, Glasgow...Photograph by Colin Mearns.14 May 2022..

All Under One Banner march for independence, Defend Our NHS march, Glasgow...Photograph by Colin Mearns.14 May 2022..

VOICES OF THE MOVEMENT

Scottish independence

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‘Pinged into life’: Yes campaigners share thoughts on indyref2 plans