SEVERAL events are taking place over the next week which show the breadth of interests among the Yes DIY community.
Tonight in Perth, National columnist George Kerevan and his colleague, the journalist, TV presenter and producer Chris Bambery will be speaking about their book Catalonia Reborn, offering a guide to the region’s political, historical, and cultural issues and discussing what lessons can be learned by Scotland.
The event is in the Salutation Hotel in Perth’s South Street from 7pm and is being hosted by Perth and Kinross Common Weal. Tickets are free and are available from Eventbrite.
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The Salutation Hotel is also the venue for the first national campaign training day organised by Common Weal which starts on Saturday, September 29, at 10am.
Gearing Up for a Better Scotland is an important networking and training event designed to bring Common Weal local groups from across Scotland together with independence activists and campaigners who support Common Weal ideas and are committed to creating a better Scotland.
Participants can expect a highly interactive gathering to learn, inspire and plan for the political challenges ahead. Tickets are £10 from Eventbrite.
Saturday at 10am will also see the start of the 2018 Yes North East Fife Motor Convoy at Fluthers Car Park, Cupar.
You can find out the route and more details on YES North East Fife Facebook. All vehicles welcome.
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