The debate over independence for Scotland is quite frankly boring me to death and prompts a question I would like to pose to our politicians. Why can’t England have independence? Scotland will be having a referendum around 2014 when they will decide if they wish to abandon the United Kingdom to become a tiny, totally insignificant but independent country with the most wonderful scenery. And here’s another question (the West Lothian Question): Why can Scottish, Irish and Welsh MP’s vote on matters which are exclusively English? I would be sorry to see the United Kingdom fragmented by Scottish independence.
You are correct, Father, this is becoming boring. However, it became inevitable once UK government conceded the principle of devolved government.
ReplyDeleteThe outcome of a referendum will make or break Alex Salmond politically. Of course, were the referendum about Scottish independence to be extended to voters in England, then I suspect the outcome would be overwhelmingly in favour!