The Three Stooges

So, Cameron, Clegg and Miliband have flown north for a frenzied day of campaigning that will probably do more for the 'Yes' camp than they otherwise wish to achieve. Three stooges united in a vain attempt to bolster the intervention of ex PM Gordon Brown. Alex Salmond was quoted as saying: "This is the day the 'No' campaign finally fell apart at the seams". He may well be right.

A 'Yes' vote could mean political earthquake in the House of Commons. A recent Poll of polls suggested that Ed Miliband will win an overall majority of 32 in next May's general election. But if Scottish MPs are excluded there would be a hung parliament, with Labour three seats short of a majority. Scotland is potentially critical to Labour's ability to win an overall majority.

Either way the Scots' vote will be a momentous decision. I only hope that it is not decided on a 51/49 split of those who vote (as suggested by the latest poll). Such a historic occasion needs a positive, democratically reached outcome with a significant majority one way or the other. Such a slim margin as the poll indicates is sure to leave many voters dissatisfied.

Being Annoying is now Illegal

The UK government is about to pass legislation which will make any behaviour perceived to potentially 'cause nuisance or annoyance' a criminal offence. The Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Bill also grants local authorities, police and even private security firms sweeping powers to bar citizens from assembling lawfully in public spaces. The Bill has successfully passed through the House of Commons without issue and is now in the latter stages of review by the House of Lords, after which it will receive Royal Assent and become Law. Those who refuse orders under the new rules will face arrest, fines and even prison time.

Read the full article by Scriptonite Daily here: http://www.scriptonitedaily.com/2013/11/11/the-birth-of-a-police-state-uk-police-to-be-granted-sweeping-new-powers-2/

These new powers present the most significant threat to lawful assembly and protest in modern history.

Be concerned, be very concerned....