Politics is invariably a sordid business where nothing is ever as it seems, and people are playing all kinds of elaborate games behind the scenes.

What if the following hypothesis bears some semblance to reality.

You are a second-rate politician in a glorified local authority debating chamber. Earning £67661 per year.

You do not need to think a single original thought. Just nod your head when the leader speaks.

Regurgitate endless vacuous slogans.

Nothing needs to work or actually create any wealth.

Westminster is to blame for everything.

Keep repeating the mantra that only independence will set Scotland free.

Then make absolutely sure it never actually happens.

Donald MacKay

UK Independence Party - Scotland