"The cause of the controversy is "devolution max" – the idea that Scotland should become responsible for nearly all her own domestic affairs, but still be part of the UK, with defence and foreign affairs remaining the responsibility of Westminster. Such a step would represent a huge change to the current devolution settlement, with important ramifications for the rest of the UK. But it would keep the Union together – and the UK's nuclear weapons in the Clyde."Were 'devo-max' to be granted it would have important consequences for the United Kingdom as it would not be long before Wales and Northern Ireland were clamouring for similar treatment. It is not illogical to believe that Cameron and the rest of the political elite will not agree to this for one reason; namely because it would dilute quite considerably their hold on power and also inflict a massive dent to their self-importance.
The question of Scotland's wish for a referendum seems to me to be a perfect opportunity for a discussion to be held about the current system of democracy. Needless to say, were such a discussion to be held it would be one between the political parties which we can rest assured will not feature any consultation with the people.
More democratised dictatorship...............
