History

Referendum held on British Membership of the European Community. In Scotland the vote was Yes, 1,332,286; No, 948,039. Turnout was, 61%. Only Shetland and Western Isles had majorities against.
Referendum held on British Membership of the European Community. In Scotland the vote was Yes, 1,332,286; No, 948,039. Turnout was, 61%. Only Shetland and Western Isles had majorities against. …

Local Government (Scotland) Act (1974) came into force
Local Government (Scotland) Act (1974) came into force …

Mother Mary Martin, founder of the Medical Missionaries of Mary, dies in Drogheda
Mother Mary Martin, founder of the Medical Missionaries of Mary, dies in Drogheda Mother Mary Martin, the founder of the Medical Missionaries of Mary, passed away on January 27, 1975, in Drogheda, Ireland. She was a significant figure in the field of religious and medical missions, known for her dedication to providing healthcare and medical training in various parts of the world. …

Writer Eric Linklater dies in Orkney
Writer Eric Linklater dies in Orkney Eric Linklater, a well-known Scottish author, died in Orkney, Scotland, on November 07, 1974. …

Labour won the General Election with an overall majority of three seats and Harold Wilson became Prime Minister.
Labour won the General Election with an overall majority of three seats and Harold Wilson became Prime Minister. …