Scottish Quotes

There are things that Scotsmen get and other people don't get in the dialogue. Scottish characters can be pinpointed by a phrase, targeted very quickly.

I'm Scottish first, and it's odd to hear that I'm a Scottish-American.

I do not believe the picture that some people paint of Scottish towns dependent on welfare. Every time I come here, I meet people who are determined to get into work. Who, with the right help are desperate to get off benefits, support their family and set an example for their children.

The Scottish government set a goal of increasing exports by 50% by 2017. That is ambitious. Is it achievable?