On September 18, 2014, the historic vote that would have seen Scotland secede from the United Kingdom was cast by more over two million (55.3%) against and 1.6 million (44.7%) in favor.
Subsequently, Scotland has accepted two more SNP first ministers, John Swinney at this time and Humza Yousaf, who both think the country would be better off independent.
Despite the fact that indyref was hailed as a “once in a generation opportunity to follow a different path,” activists have been urging a second vote on a regular basis due to their displeasure with the outcome.
The last ten years have seen no end to the movement, with marches in favor of Scotland’s exit from the UK being held all throughout the nation.
A second referendum was vehemently rejected by the outgoing Conservative government.
The case reached the UK Supreme Court, which decided in 2022 that Westminster consent is required for any legislation pertaining to indyref2.
It put a wrench in Ms. Sturgeon’s plans, as she had already suggested holding a second referendum on October 19, 2023, known as indyref2.
