28 June – Bannockburn Live, an event celebrating the 700th anniversary of England's defeat to Scotland, and National Armed Forces Day, which honours Britain's soldiers, both take place in Stirling.

23 July – The Commonwealth Games opening ceremony takes place in Glasgow, the host city. England could face Scotland in a variety of events in the days that follow. There have been calls for politicians not to use the games for political advantage.

21 August – 'Purdah' begins, the regulated 28-day period leading up to the referendum.

3 September – The last day for voter registration.

18 September – The independence referendum.

TBC – The debates. Who, where, when and what format remains unknown – Salmond continues to call for David Cameron to join him in a head-to-head clash – but it is expected that some debates will feature in run-in.