Another First for Arran – “Arran says Yes”

Over a hundred Arran residents have got together to explain why they will be voting ‘Yes’ in the independence referendum on September 18th. Originally a concept from Marvin Elliott of Corrie, the idea was developed by Yes Arran, leading to the production of an attractive leaflet, designed by Roslyn Green, of Brodick. The leaflet ‘Arran says Yes’ will be delivered to houses around the island by local volunteers this week.

The group endorses the Yes Scotland declaration, Scotland’s Future in Scotland’s Hands, saying:

“We believe that it is fundamentally better for us all if decisions about Scotland’s future are taken by the people who care most about Scotland, that is, by the people of Scotland.

There is no doubt that Scotland has great potential. We are blessed with talent, resources and creativity. We have the opportunity to make our nation a better place to live, for this and future generations. We can build a greener, fairer and more prosperous society that is stronger and more successful than it is today.

We want a Scotland that speaks with her own voice and makes her own unique contribution to the world: a Scotland that stands alongside the other nations on these isles, as an independent nation.”

Speaking for the group, Penny Brass said: “I’m English and proud of it but Scotland is now my home. My future and my family’s future is here. Sadly, Westminster has become remote. I want to live in a country that makes her own decisions, and is self-governing. Independence for Scotland is the right and only choice.”