When we here Murphy talking about the vow being met and having the powers to tackle poverty, lets not forget what we in Scotland actually wanted. Because we didnt get anything close to what the people wanted. A Panelbase poll carried out online between 29 September and 1 October 2014 found overwhelming support for extensive new powers. A total of 1049 people were surveyed. Those surveyed were asked if they believed new powers coming to the Scottish Parliament should include the following: Control of all taxation raised in Scotland?: Yes – 71% No – 19% DK- 10% Control of all areas of government policy except for defence and foreign affairs, which is sometimes referred to as Devo Max?: Yes – 66% No – 19% DK- 15% Control of the welfare and benefits system? Yes – 75% No - 17% DK – 8% Control of policy regarding the state pension? Yes – 65% No – 25% DK – 10% Control of oil and gas tax revenues generated in Scottish waters? Yes – 68% No – 21% DK – 11% Control of broadcasting policy? Yes – 54% No – 30% DK – 16% Guaranteed consultation by the UK Government with the Scottish Government when deciding the UKs stance in European Union negotiations? Yes – 72% No – 16% DK – 12%
Posted on: Sat, 24 Jan 2015 09:59:12 +0000