Chris

While all you say is true, I don't see a direct analogy.

The development of a peace process and devolved government took many years of subtle behind the scenes work. It didn't shift rapidly within the time scale we have for this referendum.

Also, Westminster politicians typically equivocate and use weasel words when they are put on the spot to make a commitment they know they may later have to renege on (unless you're an utter fool, c.f. Nick Clegg and tuition fees). The striking thing about the currency debate is the repeated, explicit language all three parties are using.

If there is any wriggle room in their statements on the refusal of a currency union, I have yet to find it.