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Scottish independence referendum: Business leaders show hands over Scotland vote
Business leaders gave their opinions on the Scottish vote yesterday, with HSBC’s Douglas Flint, M&S’ Marc Bolland, Kingfisher’s Ian Cheshire and Michelle Mone of Ultimo calling for a No vote.
George Mathewson, of Toscafund, Brian Souter of Stagecoach and ex-William Hill chief Ralph Topping were all in the Yes camp. Aberdeen Asset Management boss Martin Gilbert has said neither result would be disastrous.
Within our group there is first-hand experience of trading across national borders – in France, Ireland and across the world. Our experience is that it always leads to more red tape and higher costs. MARC BOLLAND
The business case does not stack up. Salmond has still refused to give us answers on the serious economic questions. MICHELLE MONE
An independent Scotland will recognise entrepreneurs small and large as the real wealth and job creators of the nation’s economic future. GEORGE MATHEWSON