WE want to hear your thoughts on First Minister John Swinney's three-point plan for achieving Scottish independence.
In an exclusive op-ed for The National, the SNP leader said it was time for Scotland to “take our future into our own hands” – insisting that a democratic referendum is part of the way forward.
You can read the full plan here: John Swinney: Why I'm launching a renewed strategy for independence
Swinney said that building support for independence, upping the pressure on Westminster to allow Scotland to assert its right to choose through a democratic referendum, and urging the public to vote [SNP] at the election would form the three prongs of his strategy.
The National understands that the First Minister did not consult with the grassroots independence movement while drawing up his strategy.
So, what do you think? Let us know below to feature in a piece for The National.