The National Grassroots

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The Scottish Independence Convention has had its biggest change since 2006

The Movement for Scottish Independence is established after groups back reform
A LEADING independence organisation has voted to structurally reform into a new umbrella group for the Yes movement.

The new national body aims to bring the movement together

EXCLUSIVE Independence organisation confirms proposals to reform for Yes movement's next phase

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Groups have agreed to proceed with the formation of a new national body

Groups urgently rally to establish a national body for independence movement

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The Progress to Yes conference has been cancelled by organisers

Progress to Yes conference cancelled amid SNP leadership battle

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon departs Holyrood's debating chamber

EXCLUSIVE Independence grassroots outline their expectations of new SNP leader

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

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

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The upcoming conference will still kick off with interactive panel discussions.

Yes summit delayed until after SNP's special conference

Independence grassroots activists aren’t slowing down or pausing any efforts

THE NATIONAL GRASSROOTS Independence grassroots activists aren’t slowing down or pausing any efforts

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The group has grown from around 4 to a consistent 14.

Coffee, cake, and independence: One group's Sunday quiz instils joy into the movement

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Volunteers hope to open the Hub early this year

Yes Hub launches crowdfunder campaign for city centre venue

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

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

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Leading independence figures sat side by side at the annual Business for Scotland dinner

EXCLUSIVE SNP must 'catch up with the movement' and pay attention to events, say grassroots

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The action is aligned with the procession and rally organised by Time for Scotland on January 31 at Holyrood

Exclusive Independence activists set out Brexit's failures outside UK Government hub

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The world is asking if Scotland is being ruled over, so grab the moment and tell them

The National Grassroots The world is asking if Scotland is being ruled over, so grab the moment and tell them

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The fully stewarded torch-lit procession will assemble at Pollock Halls of Residence from 5pm

EXCLUSIVE Striking torch-lit procession to lead Scots to Parliament on Brexit day

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Common Weal's book intelligently provides a bridge between head and heart for both undecided voters and activists.

Review Independence handbook imagines the first 10 years of Scotland after a Yes vote

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Scottish independence supporters march through Glasgow during the All Under One Banner march..

comment I think they call it a campaign: With or without the SNP’s blessing

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Some 69% of Scottish voters wanted to rejoin the EU in a recent poll

EXCLUSIVE Brexit anniversary to spark co-ordinated action across Scotland

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Our online calendar to keep everyone in the Yes movement up to date

UPDATED All the upcoming Scottish independence events and protests in 2023

Is Labour's pledge enough to pull Yes and SNP voters to the No and Labour side?

Exclusive Yes supporters react as Labour pledge to 'take back control' and satisfy Yes voters

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£20 million which had been earmarked for indyref2 will now instead be spent on extending the fuel insecurity fund into next year, John Swinney announced

EXCLUSIVE Yes campaigners react as indyref2 cash is reallocated to help with energy bills

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Kempston said he felt exasperated as an artist touring in the aftermath of Brexit

INTERVIEW Scots songwriter shares Yes movement message across Europe

Consistent and well-formed messaging of the campaign can only be delivered through discourse between the various strands of the movement

The National Grassroots Anyone attempting to take credit for a Yes victory should relinquish this goal

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After Wednesday's launch, it was quite inarguable that “Independence is normal”.

Special Report Second edition of Scotland the Brief supplies undecided voters with facts they seek

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

National Grassroots Fundraiser launched to poll Scots on independence after Supreme Court ruling

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

Massive Yes fundraiser races past key milestone ahead of target

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There are 15 confirmed rallies in Scotland, and seven in Europe

YES RALLIES Everything you need to know about the Supreme Court Decision Day rallies

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Stirling is the latest to join the nationwide effort.

Yes Rallies Rallies across Scotland continue to be announced on eve of Supreme Court Decision Day

'Europeans will stand in solidarity with our Scottish friends on the day of the verdict.'

Exclusive This is Europe calling: Rallies in five EU cities to show Judgment Day solidarity

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Anybody is welcome to speak if they want, to make their views known, so it's an opportunity for everyone.

YES RALLIES Orkney amongst the latest areas to announce Supreme Court verdict rally

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The south of Scotland will see tailor made materials through their doors soon

Exclusive Independence group launches to deliver a tailored campaign to south of Scotland

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Speakers are being confirmed across Scotland

Yes Rallies Speakers revealed for huge day of independence action over indyref2 ruling

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Both rallies will start at 5:30pm.

Two more Yes groups to host a rally on Supreme Court verdict day

Sometimes it just takes one person to make a domino effect in their circle for something like this.

The National Grassroots Your raw reaction will make the world feel and pay attention to Scottish independence

Yessers are being urged to turn out for rallies across Scotland on indyref2 judgment day

YES RALLIES FIFTEEN rallies to be held across Scotland on Supreme Court indyref2 judgment day

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Could you be the one saying Yes to the dress?

EXCLUSIVE Creator of 'Yes dress' makes appeal to independence movement

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Believe in Scotland’s sister campaigning group, Business for Scotland, will match the first £50,000 raised pound for pound.

exclusive Major independence fundraiser launched – with every donation DOUBLED

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The group were instrumental in ousting Jo Swinson

the national grassroots Activists aim to build on past successes and present interactive independence vision

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Scottish independence supporters at a march in Inverness earlier this year

'Guide to building better Scotland' book launched after Yessers smash funding target

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The clock is ticking...

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(L-R) Kirste Johnston, Prestwick Academy pupils Bekah and Bethany, Siobhian Brown MSP, Unity Grill Owner Angela McNay

Campaigners welcome undecided voters to open up the independence discussion

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The group aims to set out a calendar for stalls, meetings, events, speakers and leaflet drops

Yes group launched in Carrick aims to follow up successful launch

Is this the perfect time to get out and talk to the public about indyref2? Definitely.

The National Grassroots The National Grassroots: Omnishambles in Westminster is perfect time to campaign

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'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

For maximum exposure the event will be encouraging the use of the hashtag ‘#IndyToRejoinEU’.

INDY RALLY Yes for EU: Independence activists set to rally in Edinburgh on Saturday Day of Action

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All Under One Banner march in Arbroath, 2022. Pictured is Yes supporter Iona Young and her dog Bonnie. Photograph by Colin Mearns

EXCLUSIVE Yes grassroots claim victory for independence whatever Supreme Court rules

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One activist said the credibility of the campaign relies on building a strong co-operation between groups and uniting the movement

SNP CONFERENCE Lively debate over SNP code of conduct plan - but motion passes conference

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We must show voters how to end depopulation and environmental degradation that inflict on deep harm on many rural and urban communities.

Comment Land reform and independence are inseparable aims as we are mere tenants in our own lands

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A previous pro-independence protest at Holyrood. File photo.

EXCLUSIVE Website launched to alert Yessers to Supreme Court indyref2 verdict

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RIC activists are planning to travel to London to demonstrate outside the Supreme Court

Radical Yes activists to picket Supreme Court for indyref2 showdown

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The National Grassroots is launching to provide committed coverage of Yes groups across Scotland.

The National Grassroots The National is launching a fresh effort to support Yes campaigning

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John and Margaret Stewart following receipt of the lifetime achievement award from the SNP

Tribute to SNP campaigner John Stewart: 'He opened hearts and minds'

The broadcaster and campaigner called for more passion in the movement

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

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

comment Tories may move the independence polls by protecting the super rich

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