After a bitterly fought campaign, voters in Scotland go to the polls Thursday to decide whether or not to break away from the United Kingdom.
Independence is now a genuine possibility — with at least one major opinion poll now showing the “Yes” camp edging into the lead.
Much uncertainty remains, though, over security arrangements, currency and European Union membership, all of which will certainly have knock-on effects far beyond Edinburgh.
In terms of international development, Scottish independence could have far-reaching implications for staff, contractors, partners and beneficiaries of the U.K. Department for International Development and other agencies handling funds from the world’s second-largest bilateral donor. The sector is also wondering what a brand-new donor like a future independent Scotland could bring to the table.
