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annoyed What???? Oh - so we get to mark THIS one then do we? What about the Battle of Stirling? What about the murder of William Wallace? No - but we get to mark THIS one because THIS one is pro-union! I say yes - lets MARK it - but not with celebrations! and lets make sure the commemorations of this act are fair and not biased pro union crap! I wonder if they will have equally big events in 2013 - the anniversary of the Battle of Bannockburn, or will that one get hidden under the carpet as well? It bloody well better not - lets just hope then that the SNP are in a position to make SURE its not!
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Culture Minister Patricia Ferguson has unveiled plans to mark the 300th anniversary of the 1707 Act of Union. The minister said the anniversary was a significant event in Scotland's history and it had benefited the country.
Events during the commemoration will include an exhibition of objects and documents related to the Union.
Scottish National Party MSP Stewart Maxwell said the Union is "past its sell by date" and celebrations would not change that.
Primary and secondary pupils will take part in a project to be led by the Royal Commission on the Ancient and Historical Monuments of Scotland.
The National Galleries of Scotland will hold an exhibition of portraits of people associated with the Union.
Ms Ferguson said: "The Union of the Parliaments was a pivotal moment in Scottish history, which has left an indelible mark on our country.
"It is important that this anniversary is recognised and commemorated by the executive and its national institutions. The events announced today offer something for everyone.
"I hope the programme of events inform and stimulate debate about the legacy left by the Act of Union 1707."
Mr Maxwell said: "I wish the Labour and Lib Dem government the best of luck in its Act of Union celebrations as it seems every time this government talks about the Union, support for the SNP and Independence increases.
"The people of Scotland won't be fooled - a few half-baked parties about a Union that is past its sell by date won't change the growing tide of support for Scottish Independence."
November 11 2006, 13:29:00 UTC 5 years ago
It does seem utterly bizarre that this should be marked for celebration, given, as you say, would appear in total contrast to the increasing mood calling for independence!
I think I'd be corect in saying, for the vast majority of Scots, The Battle of Bannockburn and William Wallace mean FAR more (and thus worthy of commemoration) than The Act of Union - certainly we never covered the latter when I was at school as far as I recall.