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A lot has changed in the world since 2014, but one thing that has stayed the same is the Unionist Project Fear.
Let's take a look back at some of their best moments from #IndyRef1👇
In 2014 Scottish Labour argued that independence could lead to a 30% increase in your weekly shop.
Today as part of the UK, Scots face rises of up to 344%
#ScottishIndependence | #Indyref2023 🏴
Better Together claimed that independence could lead to an increase in household bills by £189 a year.
Today as part of the UK, Scots face rises of £1,300 a year.
📢 End the scandal of fuel-poor Scots in energy-rich Scotland. Support #ScottishIndependence 🏴
In 2014, the Unionist camp argued that Scottish oil would run out.
Today as part of the UK, Scottish oil and gas producers are making 'extraordinary profits' and are expanding production.
£5 billion could reduce every household bill in Scotland by £1,992 ⤵️
In 2014, Better Together warned independence could lead to 'an economic minefield where problems could implode at any time'.
It turns out that was a perfect description of the Union of 2022.
It's time to put Scotland's future in Scotland's hands #Indyref2023 🏴
The Tories in 2014 recognised and respected Scottish democracy.
Today, they see the Scottish people as something to be ignored.
Join our campaign for independence as an immediate priority here➡️ albaparty.org/join
📣 We do not accept a Westminster Veto over Scotland's democracy.
If you believe in #Scotland's right to self-determination, sign the St Andrew's Day Declaration here 👇
#AlbaStandsForScotland | #ALBAforIndependence 🏴
albaparty.org/declaration
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