THE head of the Church of Scotland has called for unity following the historic referendum result.
Moderator of the Church of Scotland, the Rt Rev John Chalmers, said he was “particularly concerned” for those who felt they were on the “wrong side” of the result and urged No supporters to avoid “triumphalism”.
He said: “Today I particularly care about those who feel as if they are on the wrong side of this outcome.”
“So, I expect those on the winning side to go out of their way to avoid triumphalism and to be inclusive in their plans for Scotland’s future, and to take the time to assure those who are anxious, disappointed and down that they understand how they must feel.
“Today we must begin to stop thinking in terms of them and us – only us.”
He urged Scots to “take heart” that overwhelming numbers of Scotland have shown they are ready to engage in the future of their country.
“Let’s keep it that way and not hand the game back to the professional politicians to do it all for us,” the Moderator added.
Head of Kirk calls for unity and warns against triumphalism within No camp
