RSS is a grassroots youth-driven movement which will convince local MSPs that Direct Democracy (DD) is THE tool by which to achieve Scotland’s constitutional goal – Popular Sovereignty. By convincing MSPs to legislate in favour of internationally recognised Political Rights, ratified by the UK in 1976 but never implemented in Scots law, first-time 2026 voters will play a decisive part in assuring Scotland’s democratic future.
Local action groups
The model we’re developing is based on the 1990s Skye Road Bridge toll resistance campaign and the 1994 Strathclyde water privatisation referendum. It’s targeted at entrenched political and financial power – and it works. Join the North Ayrshire hub by email here and click here if you want to help set up or join a new hub.
Electronic voting
Besides registration for such campaigns as the proposed referendum on the Victims, Witnesses and Justice Reform Bill (currently at Stage 2 in Holyrood), RSS provides a secure, encrypted and verifiable independent voting platform to support local and regional campaigns here. A blog and hub facility are also available.
Unbiased information
RSS supports a fiercely independent blog which publishes topical articles on Scottish self-determination. Excellent research and analysis are synthesised into short articles ideal for sharing with like-minded family, friends and colleagues.
Direct Democracy explained
Our website describes a democratic model which envisions a partnership between the People (Popular Sovereignty) and Politicians (Parliamentary Sovereignty) using Direct Democracy (DD) including Popular Initiatives and Referendums. The regional variant, Decentralised Direct Democracy (DDD), is what will ultimately redefine Scotland’s system of National Governance.
