TIME for Scotland and local Yes groups have organised rallies across Scotland for those who want to express how they feel on the third anniversary of Brexit.
At 11pm on Tuesday 31, it will have been three years since Scotland was dragged from the EU after voting overwhelmingly to remain.
The action is being supported by pro-EU groups such as Yes for EU and the European Movement in Scotland. International media will be in attendence.
A torch-lit procession is organised to go through Holyrood park, towards the rally at the Scottish Parliament. Torches are available to buy and the public are being urged to for an accurate guide on numbers. You can buy your torch here!
Below is everything you need to know about the rallies, and what you need to bring.
WHERE ARE THE RALLIES?
- Edinburgh, Pollock Halls of Residence to Scottish Parliament
- Brechin, Brechin Bridge
- Dumfries, Dumfries Midsteeple
- Dundee, City Square
- Kirriemuir, Town Square
- Perth, Soutar Theatre, AK Bell Library
- Lochaber, High Street from the Parade
WHAT TIME ARE THE EVENTS?
The assembly for walking to the Scottish Parliament starts at 5pm and they are expected to start at 5:30pm. The rally will begin at 6pm. Dumfries and Dundee are also starting at 5:30pm.
Some are taking place during the day, Brechin at 11am and Kirriemuir at 3pm until 7pm.
The Lochaber march and free cinema showing of 'Stone of Destiny' in Perth are starting at 7pm.
WHAT IS HAPPENING AT THE RALLIES?
There will be some speakers at the rallies from politcal representatives or leading independence figures.
In Edinburgh, MP Alyn Smith, MSP Jim Fairlie, MSP Lorna Slater, councillor Martha Mattes-Coehlo and Janina Jetter will be speaking.
In Dundee, Stephen Gethins is confirmed to speak with musicians and a crowd sing song is scheduled.
In Dumfries, Chick McKenna and David Roulston with speak and singers Nicola Black and Rona Carson will perform. In Perth, they will have a raffle after the cinema showing.
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SHOULD I HEAD TO THE MAIN EVENT OR SUPPORT MY LOCAL AREA?
Go to the one nearest to you. Double check the latest rallies or events near you on Monday as action is continuing to be announced.
At all the events, it is guaranteed to be a memorable night.
DO I NEED TO BRING ANYTHING TO THE RALLY?
The theme is lights, so bring your christmas lights, battery powered candles, and your phone torch. At Holyrood, there will be a prize for the best lit banner.
You can buy your torch for Edinburgh here!
Everyone is encouraged to bring banners, placards and flags - but the most important thing is to show up.
I CAN'T MAKE THE RALLIES, BUT I WANT TO WATCH AND SUPPORT THE EFFORT.
Lights On is all about a striking visual of keeping the light on for Scotland rejoining the EU, so one suggestion is create a visual in the Scottish landscape.
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You could write in the sand on one of our gorgeous beaches, light a candle in your tenament window, put your placard amongst bracken and Scots pine or wave your flags at a Scottish landmark. Get creative, snap a photo and share with ‘#LightsOn’.
Don't forget to buy The National today or Tuesday, where you will find a Light On poster, perfect for placing in your window.
You can watch all the action, including the rally at Holyrood, being live streamed by Independence Live.
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