Nicola Sturgeon has said she "has never been so certain" that Scottish independence will happen.
The First Minister told delegates at the virtual SNP conference today that the country is "on the brink of making history", while also making a veiled call for unity within the party.
She said: "Independence is in clear sight and if we show unity of purpose, humility and hard work, I have never been so certain that we will deliver it.
"The people of Scotland have the right to choose their future.
"Let us now focus all our efforts on making sure we bring about that better country that we and future generations deserve.
"An independent future lies ahead - let us grasp it."
Ms Sturgeon also called for "cool heads and patient persuasion" to win independence for Scotland.
Addressing delegates at the virtual conference, the First Minister issued a rebuke to those in her party pushing hard for independence.
She said: "Let us reach out to all of Scotland like never before.
"Let us demonstrate, with cool heads and patient persuasion, that Scotland is ready to take our place in the global family of independent nations."
