Vote ‘No’ to independence and win more autonomy, Scotland told

The British government has pledged to grant Scots more autonomy if they vote to reject independence and stay a part of the United Kingdom.

Scotland votes in a September 18 referendum on whether to break away from the UK.

While polls show Scots are doubtful about separation, the proportion of those supporting independence has increased this year. Many are still undecided.

In an attempt to persuade undecided Scots that they will enjoy greater autonomy if they preserve the union, Alistair Carmichael, the minister responsible for Scotland, promised talks on devolution within weeks of a vote against independence.

"In the event of a 'No' vote, change will come. Scotland's parliament will have more powers," said Carmichael, who was born in the Inner Hebrides.

"If Scots vote to stay within the UK family … only then can we ask those who wanted to leave to set aside their differences with us, work together, and deliver a package of powers around which Scotland can unite."