Indyref: Trade Warning Issued

The Scottish Liberal Democrats claim a 'yes' vote could hit trading hard.

Scotland's international trade lifeline would be threatened by independence.

That's the message Scottish LibDem leader Willie Rennie and Lord Purvis are giving to Edinburgh's Asian community.

Mr Rennie says UK Trade and Investment's in nearly 170 countries help support jobs in Scotland.

"The creation of UKTI was a game-changer for Scottish businesses looking to make their mark in the world. With over 1,200 officers in 169 offices in over 100 countries, Scotland's businesses have reaped the rewards of this opportunity. Last year alone UKTI helped 1,900 business in Scotland.

"The nationalists’ independence plans would downsize our global footprint, trading 169 offices dedicated to boosting opportunities, for 27 Scottish Development international offices. The nationalists’ plans threaten the international trade lifeline which comes from being part of something bigger in the UK. As a Liberal Democrat, I want to open the door to opportunities so that people have the best tools at hand to get on in life. Why would we slam that door shut?"