SUBMISSIONS on more powers for the Scottish Parliament have been sent by the political parties to Lord Smith.
Labour, the Tories and the LibDems sent their own previously published documents, while the SNP and the Greens called for fiscal responsibility.
Deputy First Minister Nicola Sturgeon wanted full fiscal powers for Holyrood.
Ms Sturgeon said she wanted employment policy and ability to set the minimum wage and control of the railways dealt with by the Scottish Parliament.
She said : "Our key focus will be on delivering 'powers for a purpose' that will deliver real change and better equip the Scottish Parliament to create jobs, protect public services and tackle inequality."
Labour sent their Devolution Commission plans to Lord Smith, including a call for the power to raise around £2billion more in revenues beyond the recent Scotland Act, so that it raises about 40% of its budget from its own resources.
It said VAT, national insurance corporation tax, alcohol, tobacco and fuel duties, vehicle excise duty, inheritance tax, capital gains tax and tax on oil receipts should remain reserved.
Scottish Labour leader Johann Lamont said: "We want to build a consensus for positive change and deliver on the promises made during the referendum campaign."
The Conservatives plan included ensuring the Scottish Parliament is responsible for setting the rates and bands of personal income tax and a share of VAT should also be assigned to Edinburgh.
Annabel Goldie, former party leader said: "We regard the recommendations as a starting point for further discussion."
The Greens want wide economic powers including borrowing, the bulk of the welfare system and rail devolved.
The LibDem plans call for the Scottish Parliament to raise most of the resources it spends.
stewart.paterson@eveningtimes.co.uk
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