The outcomes of the debate that has begun in Scotland may have significant implications, both for the constitution of the UK and internationally. They will define future relationships between England and the devolved parts of the UK; they will raise questions about our country’s economy, governance and international relations; and they will challenge those seeking to preserve the United Kingdom to present an account of what it means to be a UK citizen today. In this context, the British Academy and The Royal Society of Edinburgh convened a conference intended to bring academic analysis to bear on these vital issues. The conference was held over two days – one in London and\\r\\none in Edinburgh – to unite the often separate discussions taking place around Westminster and Holyrood. A variety of academic and policy experts – from economists to political theorists – presented their evidence and views on\\r\\nthe political and economic future of Scotland and the UK.