Scotland has voted No to independence. Here is what some of the leading figures in the campaign have said about the result.–BBC
First Minister Alex Salmond
“Let us not dwell on the distance we have fallen short. Let us dwell on the distance we have travelled and have confidence that the movement will take this nation forward as one nation.”
Prime Minister David Cameron
“The people of Scotland have spoken. It is a clear result. They have kept our country of four nations together. Like millions of other people, I am delighted.”
Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg
“I’m absolutely delighted the Scottish people have taken this momentous decision to safeguard our family of nations for future generations.”
Deputy First Minister Nicola Sturgeon
“I am indicating a willingness to work with whoever to get Scotland more powers.”
Labour leader Ed Miliband
“Our UK is stronger today than it was yesterday.”