Scotland History

Although Scotland became part of Britain after the 1707 Treaty of Union, there has always been a strong sense of national independence and regaining full independence from England has always been the aim of many Scots. In 1999, Scotland did achieve a greater degree of autonomy from the UK Government, when, for the first time in 300 years, it regained its own Parliament. The Scottish Parliament has power over matters such as education, health and some areas of taxation. However, the UK Government is still in control of defence and foreign policy.

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