I don't think I'll ever act again. I have so many wonderful memories, but those days are over.

But as a Scot with a lifelong love of Scotland and the arts, I believe the opportunity of independence is too good to miss. Simply put there is no more creative an act than creating a new nation.

A man who fears nothing is a man who loves nothing; and if you love nothing, what joy is there in your life?

Scotland should be nothing less than equal with all the other nations of the world.

I've always been hopeful about Scotland's prospects. And I now believe more than ever that Scotland is within touching distance of achieving independence and equality.

My boy, we are pilgrims in an unholy land.