I just wanted to say making this video was a very strange experience for me. As a Scot, it was weird talking about my own country. Usually when I do research for a video, it's about something that I only know through my computer screen. A country on the other side of the planet, or a political situation on a continent I've never been to, or a war that ended over 60 years ago. But this was different. I actually use the currency I was talking about in my daily life, I pay tax in this country, I watched those live TV debates, I've used the NHS... hell, I even voted in the referendum! This is something that directly affects me and it was a great experience making this video. Whether or not you were happy with the result, the last few months have been a very exciting time to be Scottish. The whole world was watching our tiny nation last month. Just thought I'd share that.
The idea that a country will not survive if it becomes smaller, or will fall into perpetual 'anarchy' without bigger government is absolutely ridiculous. Simply looking around the world will give you an idea that the smaller countries... Hong Kong, Singapore, Taiwan did tremendously despite being TINY.
Notice how you pick countries that are very different and distant from Scotland, rather than pick some other small european nations that share more in common with Scotland. Countries like Ireland, Iceland, Greece. Three countries who have faced even worse economic problems than the UK.
Singapore has only been independent for how long? Not even 50 years. Its prosperity will only last as long as its large neighbours are still lagging behind because of culture and religion.
Also, you forgot to talk about the problem with the Shetland & Orkney isles. Both are very opposed to Scottish independence and have stated that if Scotland gained independence, they would declare independence from Scotland and rejoin the UK. This could be very costly for Scotland as the Shetland & Orkneys hold large amounts of the North Sea oil.
Nightworld115 There were many, many things I didn't talk about. This is just far too complex of an issue for me to talk about everything. I tried my best to include as much relevant information as I could while keeping the video relatively short.
***** They can be part of Britain's overseas territory and still view theirselves of proud scottish. Some people are also suggested to keep full Scottish identity and instead make the Shetland/Orkneys independent, or unite with Denmark. www.telegraph.co.uk/news/uknews/scottish-independence/10705477/Shetland-and-Orkney-should-get-vote-on-whether-to-leave-Scotland.html
***** To be fair, that's how the US got the state of West Virginia in 1863. Virginia left and the northwest corner of the state opted to rejoin the Union.
Stephan Taylor I think it's also technically how Northern Ireland joined the UK. In 1922 all of Ireland briefly became the Irish Free State, but Northern Ireland was given the option to "opt-out" and rejoin the UK. As expected Northern Ireland opted out and became part of the UK again.
The same thing happened in Québec, twice. I'm glad we are still part of Canada! Could you please make a video on the Québec referendums (1980 and 1995) please?
This would be interesting, considering the second vote was *much* closer than the Scottish Independence vote. Also there's a major difference in culture and language between Quebec and the rest of Canada.
This is a comprehensive, understandable and impartial video that details very simply for those who aren't tapped into Scottish/British politics the referendum situation. Good job.
As a yank, I appreciate this insight into the whole thing. Our media gave mixed messages to me about what this was all about and what was happening, so I found your video especially enlightening. Good work.
Though from England i love Scotland just makes me wonder though, if they would of left... what would of changed? they have there own government ect. Im really happy that Scotland stayed :)
Hmmm....1 equal voice within 26 voices versus 1 voice in 4 where only 1 voice counts, easy choice really. Where we can trade with 500 Million and 65 Million, including the new big deals with China and Japan just set up which Trump is dying to get in on - best of both worlds EU is about the right degree of ‘union’ between nations. A union of practical stuff but retaining sovereignty, a veto and no 1 member has much over 15% of vote, so it’s all by negotiation / compromise. UK union = total power to an 85% English parliament with no veto for others
In my opinion, Scotland voted itself out of existence. Just call yourself a province of England. I was really hopping for Scotland to cut the apron strings, break out and go on it's own! I think the Scottish people have been used by the english for so long they have Battered Wives Syndrome.
Scotland decided to join england in 1707, after blundering their economy. The people said they wanna be english. so, let it be. When Texas joined the U.S. they gave up being Texan. different reasons, same result. Glad I'm (mostly) Irish. Only the dummies in the north prefer the english way.
They joined as equals!, Scotland kept it's legal system etc... and became one of the greatest nations on the planet ie great Britain ,and I think your irish chip on your shoulder is showing.
Recent polls showed that many people in Hong Kong would rather go back under British Rule than under Chinese rule (95%). This is because they are given the freedoms that we permit here in the UK. The whole reason Scotland became part of the UK was due to bad leadership, and bad leadership won't get them out. The reason the UK (at least England) has survived for so long is due to good leadership, and as long as the UK has a fair, democratic system and a good quality of life, Scotland won't leave. I'm thankful that the more mature voters decided that all the 'Braveheart' nonsense was not worth it, and that staying together was better, and as you can see the results show that the majority of yes votes came from younger people, who are caught up in the campaigns, and have less life experience. Scotland won't be allowed the pound, either, and they would be crazy to think that the EU will help them. I don't want Scotland to turn out like Ireland.
I'm pretty sure the Irish are better off without the UK ,plus you guys were a bunch of jerks back during the plantation and stuff,so yeah we cool,but no regrets here
TMME360 £7 billion,yes cheers dude,I'm not saying we don't appreciate it,cause we do,but when your debt is close to a 100%(€250 billion),it's not very much. But you guys are not far off that either to be honest...
considering how cheap oil is right now and how devastated oil dependent nations like Venezuela and Russia are because of that low price, Scotland made a good decision not to gamble on oil
+EasySnake Russia has a problem because it has massive resources that it's economy depends on,, but Veneuzela has not been a functioning economy for about 10 years. So.. anyway, oil dependency is not good. Scotland doesn't need it anyway
emmo yeah Venezuela used to just use the oil revenues to cover up for all of the problems in the economy. When oil was $130 per barrel, it worked, now you see the actual state of its economy.
A Panelbase survey asked people for their views on what should happen if the UK Government continues to refuse to give permission for an independence vote - asking if the Scottish Parliament should legislate for such a ballot and then allow the courts to decide if it could go ahead. Of those who expressed an opinion, 56% agreed with such an approach, with 44% opposed.
I think it would be terrible for both parties if Scotland left the United Kingdom. The economic damages would affect both Scotland and the rest of the U.K., and in general would most likely not be worth the trouble
+Jennifer Scott Because only England is worth keeping. You also forget that England has a population of 50 million whereas Scotland has a population of 5.5 million. Of course it looks like they're concentrating on England - because England has a bigger population and therefor requires more attention.
emmo Because it was tradition throughout the 18th and 19th centuries to have 10-12 children to ensure that a majority survive childhood and continue your family name.
I'm quite disappointed you didnt mention all the media bias. The BBC's reporting was dreadful on the referendum, Nick Robinson even told an outright lie about Alex Salmond in one of his interviews. Also like to point what rubbish the "vow" is, since the referendum all we've had is powers taken away.
The no campaign lied! The Westminster governments blackmailed the Scottish people! Westminister's seats are made to turn a blind eye to Scotland's people! YES2!
I don't know why English nationals bother to argue on the subject. they don't get a vote in the referendum and they are so out of touch they cannot hope to understand the issues we face in Scotland.
Its kind of a moot point, because they've also fought against each other. Also, none of the wars in recent history have had popular support in Scotland.
becton98 You unionists are so hung up on nationality... Polls suggest that around 80% of the Scottish population consider themselves to be solely Scottish so its fair to assume that this translates more or less the same to soldiers and so a huge majority of soldiers don't believe that. Also, nationality doesn't even matter its not about that.
General facts on Scottish Independence, surely all Scots should know - unless they are die hard UK imperialists who choose to be oblivious. Before I get criticised as Anti-English - I'm not, I have many English friends, I just believe strongly in an independent Scotland. I implore people, especially other Scots, to look into these facts themselves. Basics; 1. 5 million Scots, 53+ million English - this is nearly a 1:11 ratio. Combined on a different idea in politics and goals between our two countries. Scotland will always be out voted. No matter what. This has been mainly evident in Brexit. But there has been more cases such as Trident (UK Nuclear weapon storage). Where the vote was universally different between our two nations. Scotland votes No? Guess what you don't have a say because the potential of 50+million English votes just out voted you. I know its a democracy, but if its a constant evident difference in opinion between Scotland and England, and we only lose out because of this absurd ratio. Its not really beneficial. 2. There has been multiple enquiries into the success of Scotland as an independent country - by the likes of the UN and CIA. They all imply (as is similar amongst many small first world countries) we would be tremendously successful. Smaller countries can spend more on infrastructure and public services as naturally there is less of a defence budget, because there is less chance of going to war. Adding on to that factor, we would be less of a target for terrorists - joining wars that we do not need to get involved in (forced to get involved in) ... That has been an evident change in opinion between Scotland and England in the past also. 3. Scotland is forward thinking progressive country compared to our English counterparts - Green economy and technology is at its strongest in Scotland. Its also one of the leaders of green technology in the EU. In 2017 Scotland ran off green energy for a whole week. With the world having to go green , being at the forefront is rather remarkable. If Scotland we independent, regardless to what the media tries to tell you, do the research yourself. You'll find that oil reserves will last for a few decades still. In transitioning to green energy, that is a lengthy span of time. Plus more of the oil revenue would actually be benefiting Scottish people - where it is mainly found in the North Sea. Or you could take part in the what the UK Parliament see as the answer - fracking. One of the most environmentally damaging ways of drilling for oil. Also it can effect the health of the population if oil seeps into the water table. Not to mention the incredible eye sore. There is heaps and heaps of other points, but these stand out most to me. Especially the first point. This is a trivial point, I understand, but this is fact of what i'm about to write - History has proven to show its a one sided relationship with England - if you watch a documentary on TV about ww2, ww1, the Victorian days. They'll reference the United Kingdom as 'England'. Not just on the program, but back in those actual days themselves also - I'm sure all the Irish, Scots and Welsh soldiers were just as important in the wars? It seems so true, to me and others I have spoken too, its all part of a propaganda to identify England and glorify it. The past; The English bias in media was a major play in the 2014 referendum - fear-mongering Scotland daily on the lead up to the vote. Scots were promised by David Cameron, at the time Prime minister of the UK, Remaining in the UK would secure the chances of having no EU referendum at all. Then (cant remember exact time frame) half a year or so later, declares EU referendum - straight up going against the UK Parliaments word. 'Devo max' wasn't upheld in its entirety - this was promises to Scottish Parliament that more powers would be guaranteed. Only but half or less have been actually devolved. Scotland is openly mocked by the powers at west minister every time a proposal is suggested, that would actually benefit the Scottish people.
I find it utterly stunning to see so many comments on here by people who don't seem to understand that the referendum is over and that's it. It's over. Independence is off the agenda. It's over. Scotland is not the EU, they won't be able to keep asking the question until the people finally give the answer their leaders are looking for. The UK government has no good reason to allow this vote to be restaged within a generation. It's over.
Martin Willett The next generation was born on the 19th.Or you could look at it another way.Everyone who was too young to vote in this one is the next generation.I can tell that democracy confuses you as much as the rest of the no voters.
Hanson Dix It takes two parties to have such a referendum. The UK parliament has no reason to allow a re-run of this vote within a generation. It is incredibly divisive, expensive and distracting. We have had it and the yes campaign lost. That's it for a generation, an absolute minimum of ten years, probably more than twenty, possibly another three hundred. There is not going to be any bloody neverendum, the UK government won't wear it and neither will the Scottish people.
***** I'm not your mate and I am fairly sure you don't send text messages to your mates calling them mate. It is never necessary to give a greeting on a post like this. If you hit the reply link the world can see who you are replying to and the content can show whether you are friendly or hostile. Putting mate or dude or bud on a reply instantly makes it appear hostile, as if somebody has jabbed a finger right under their nose.
Scotland missed so important referendum. It was vital to become independent state. England's decision cannot represent Scotland. Scottish people have right to decide their own future without coming pressure from England. Nothing is impossible and new referendum should be taken into consideration in the near future.
+ae vurucu We did decide and we decided that its better to take on the challenges of the 21st century together, rather than retreating to the parochialism of nationalism. We are not one people but many people, Scottish, British, European and international.
+Robert Writes Uhhhh.. Independence.. the parochialism of nationalism? God.. you really have had your bottoms slapped. Every nation has the right to be free if it wishes.
emmo I think those rich Scottish bastards do not want to be FREE. They want to live under dictatorships.. Poor Scottish people will never give up fighting against capitalism and monarchy.
+emmo That's an outdated and dangerous idea from the early 20th century. The problem with identity politics like nationalism is that it does t lead to freedom, but discrimination and close mindedness. Employing grand political statements like "every nation deserves to be free" leads to violence. The British Parliament protects my rights as an individual. I can live my life in Liberty and they do not interfere with my freedom at all. This nationalism creates a with us or against us dichotomy that is unstable and dangerous. It is short sighted bullshit. Modern Scotland always was a close minded nation, however. It was addicted to sectarianism and leaned heavily on the doctrines of Socialism. It has always been a narrow minded.
Catalonia isn't that different from Spain, it's the Basque reason that is. They have been having Guerilla war with Spain that is making everything worse in Spain.
+Serjy I will admit with honesty that I have not visited the Basque Region, however I have visited Catalonia and Spain. The Catalonians I met were filled with considerable regional pride and identified as the Catalan people more than as Spaniards. Your opinion is what you wish, however making an assumption about my experience is presumptuous and crass. Moreso, it's useless to respond after there's been no activity in almost two months. The referendum in Scotland has long passed and the topic is stale.
January January America is a young country. I'm sure if you go back far enough in time there were newly minted Britons/English who claimed Danish, French and Norwegian ancestry.
endrightwinglunacy Not really... A difference between America and England, is that England is a singular entitity, and culture in its origins, whereas the United States is a mixture of practially all cultures. England did not form as America did. (A melting pot). England and the English have existed longer than the French, Danish and Norwegians have as a nationality and a ethnicity. Thus your premise is false as to your assumption that newly Britons/English claimed Danish, French, and Norwegian ancestry. Simply incorrect for the simple fact that I mentioned that the English have existed longer than all those groups you mentioned, and when the English ethnic group formed. They were the first Unified-modern nation state with its own institutions and elected government. In a sense, England was the first modern-country.
What's the point of being independent of the UK while remaining in the EU? Are there any Scottish political parties calling for independence from both? And if not, why not?
It seems ypu encourage only populist opinions about situation. They are already free in almost any sense possible, judging by how their society is one of the most democratic in the world and that they have devolved administration. And if they want to have more, they can have another referendum one day. Dont try to present it like people in the UK including ethnic and regional minorities, are not free now. You know nothing if you believe that
Elder Trolls Arabs?...What?!?!...Have you ever even read an article about the Persian Gulf? If the Arabs own it, then why doesn't the United Nations know it as the Arabian Gulf instead of the Persian Gulf?
I'm sick of people in the UK acting like they are different from one another. We should get rid of the concepts of England, Wales, and Scotland altogether. Nationalism does nothing but divide people when we all live on the same island and barely have any differences. Nationalism was fun in medieval times but now we should work towards abolishing arbitrary divisions between ourselves. It's embarrassing that a tiny island country can barely hold itself together. Meanwhile massive countries like China, the US, and Canada are doing great and not at risk of falling apart.
The United States doesn't often keep itself together all that well, but state laws help. Your argument is pretty stupid though. So Welsh people should just forget about their roots, their history, ditch their already dying language, and bend over backwards because "nationalism is bad". By your logic, international borders should be removed entirely. Why do people like you beat the drum that if someone wants sovereignty, then they're a xenophobic nationalist who thinks everyone else is inferior? That just isn't the case.
China has rebellions in the West dude. Xinjiang Uyghur rebels, and of course the famous Tibet seccessionist movement. Canada - Too small a population, only imaginable rebellion would be from Inuits but I dont see that happening (too small population) USA - Pretty stable at the time being, was not always like that. By the way China and US defenitely have a patriotic, dare I say nationalist, population.
Scottish logic: We voted to stay in the UK and therefore we are part of the UK and we vote in the referendums and general elections which the UK has. However, when the vote doesn’t go our way then we vote to have independence again
I don't buy into the argument that "Scotland didn't elect the Tories so shouldn't be governed by them". Liverpool never elected the Tories and yet is governed by them. Now I know that Scotland is a country and Liverpool isn't but what you're effectively suggesting is that the ~5 million Scottish people should have just as much control over the parliament in Westminister as the ~54 million English people. I think that every single citizen of the UK should have the same power at elections as each other.
Erm... That was kind of the point. Nobody said Scottish people should have more control over parliament in Westminster, just control over our own country. What you're effectively suggesting is that 54 million English people should have more say over the governance of Scotland than 5 million Scots.
Your post makes no sense. Scotland is a constituent of the UK, not an independant country. I didn't vote for Brexit and I don't blame remain Scots for being pissed off about it, but you can't live in a democracy whilst pretending not to live in one. Your point only makes sense if Scotland left the UK.
I find it rather hypocritical that a lot of people in England want to leave the EU for "nationalistic reasons", yet at the same time they criticise Scotland's aim to leave the UK.
You could replace the Scottish cross with the cross of Saint David (Welsh) it's the same but is black and yellow, or possibly even cooler you could have a flag with a dragon and a lion on it representing Wales and England I'm not sure what creature could be for n. Ireland
Scotland's independence, I voted no because of taxes, currency, nuclear weapons, Obamacare and most from the economy, turning Scotland's future to Venezuela the worst but this year, Espana will have the same problem like the north, gaining independence but I'm afraid no success will be realized but in reality, the fall of the ECU is coming because of parliament currently divided between pro-Europeans wanting to keep the state united while anti-Europeans wanted to break off, such as the British Empire the strongest power against European sovereignty will occur next year or sometime between now and later, should the empire leave the ECU and if so, like the Soviet Union, the European Capitalist Union will meet its demise it failed to maintain economically.
Stop pretending England isn't the driving force behind the UK. There is no UK without England and you know it. A break up of the UK would be bad for all 4 countries unless you're a nationalist who doesn't care because they won't be alive when things go south.
scotchprofessor Cybernat is a term for literally any Yes supporter with an internet connection. It's used as a derogatory term by dinosaur politicians who don't understand the internet and morons. It was coined by British Nationalist George Foulkes, a former MP who was appointed, not elected like what happens in democracies, to our second chamber. There is no real equivalent for the No side that I'm aware of, I suppose BritNat and CyberBritNat are the closest but there was no media usage of those terms to describe No voters.
We should declare UDI officially, and wait until the uproar. People would demand and scream and shout about it being wrong, people would celebrate and the proverbial would hit the fan. THEN, the Scottish government would say.. "ok, ok, so we put it to the people with an emergency vote.. Who wants to REJOIN the UK?"
SCOTLAND FOREVER, Scotland is a nation that deserves to be independent ,even though it might be hard to get its early country on its feet if the people of Scotland really want independence there will be no price to high to make the country into its own. Same goes with Wales and Northern Ireland which was literally conquered.
+Rob Evans Majority of people in scotland, wales and northern ireland want to remain part of the UK, the actual people of those countries don't agree with your bullshit.
+Rob Evans I'm a proud Scot and don't get me wrong I'd love an independent Scotland, but as a pragmatist, it wouldn't be a wise idea. Patriotically I'd want to vote yes, but in reality after having looked into the ramifications of doing so, I would have to vote no. But I live in Australia so I've got the numpties in government here to deal with instead.
I hate this government so much. im english and i love scotland Northen Ireland and wales. when i heard that scotland was going to have vote to be independent i was sad. i wish the English government stop being a bellend and let wales scotland and North of ireland have more controlle. also the youtube comment section is just a on going war aginest countrys
Titan -X40 - A British Gamer! You're being dooped son. There is no "English Government"- It's the British Government and it wants England to forever be trapped (with it's national name and identity hindered). Scotland is doing us a favor. If they leave. Pfhooo.... we'll be closer to freedom.
i know its the British government sorry got mixed up and yh tbh i know were you comming from but i have family in wales north of irelend and scotland so i dont know if they ebcome independent dose that mean its gonna be a ball ace to see them lol
+Rex .Utimatum Nope, Scotland got a lot of oil, and it should go for independence, and it WILL! Do you know why? Because elderly people voted NO, young people voted YES.
You could do a follow up video about the stage Scotland is at in the present time. A lot has transpired since the referendum, and the constitutional question is still a topic that continues to be brought up in Scottish election debates. There is a lot of division right now and it would be interesting to talk about the SNP's huge gains on the 2015 UK election a year after, Scottish labour's current struggles, the upcoming scottish elections, eu referendum affecting Scotland's relationship with the rest of UK, etc. I really admired how you were very impartial for this video, and, as a fellow Scot, I would love to hear another unbiased view on the situation we face now.
+Thomas Biggart England is the main party in the UK and could crush them all through military strength if that happened. And not only that but it would also be illegal.
Thomas Biggart The army wasn't deployed in the London Riots. The difference is that if the British Army deployed into all these territories it would either: 1) Settle down [OR] 2) Turn into the Troubles v2 However the British Army is adept at tackling guerilla warfare and terrorism due to conflicts in Afghanistan. Also, it was announced during the referendum debates that those assigned into Scottish Regiments of the RAF, RN and BA would be allowed to join the British Army instead of the new-founded Scottish Army.
True, but unless your Scottish you don't know what it feels like to be Scottish, and I guarantee that a lot of the Scottish troops would drop out to help their country, possible the Welsh and Irish.
The problem with nationalist parties is that they tend to cut their noses off to spite their faces. By that I mean that they will often underutilise the powers they have in order to get their end result, which is independence. So many of the factors that the yes campaign were churning out were things that the SNP could have influenced anyway. But of course, they don't want Scotland to be a better place, what they want is for Scottish people to think they are getting a raw deal, in order to keep themselves relevant and persuade more people to vote for independence. What saddens me is that so many Scots were happy to lap this bullshit up. It was horrible to witness so many people who claim to be left wing only caring about their own little patch of land. No thought at all that Scotland's relative prosperity might well be entirely thanks to the fact that they have a devolved parliament within the UK, and no consideration whatsoever for their natural allies who happen to be on the other side of the border. The vote has happened. It was a NO. Get the fuck over it, change the record. Stop grumbling about what's best for Scotland, and start asking what's best for the UK!
teehee1604 And the hatefilled,politically ignorant vent their spleen because it's too hard to think about.Just you let the establishment do your thinking for you...obviously a lot easier.
Hanson Dix I don't think I've met a more ignorant bunch of people than the yes supporters, who are totally oblivious to how good Scotland actually has it. They don't seem to realise that there is more to England than just London, which is also full of people who are detached from politics. The short sightedness, as if every problem stops at the border, is sickening.
Hanson Dix I'm a Yorkshireman living in Scotland, it allows me to see the true level of absurdity from the Scottish nationalists that they themselves never could.
I was extremely disappointed with the result of the referendum (I voted Yes). I feel that the better together won due to there scare mongering tactics and injecting fear into the population. With 95% of corporate media against Scottish Independence its a small miracle that 45% voted Yes! I feel that the issue is still current and if anything as opened the issue to a whole new generation. Wanting Scottish Independence doesn't make me anti-english I am simply pro-scottish and want whats best for my country. You saw in the video only one constituency out of 59 constituency in Scotland voted Conservative yet Scotland is stuck with a Conservative PM. During the time of the referendum I felt I had a voice and that my vote truly did matter but now I feel trampled on and helpless and that the voice of Scotland will be drowned out by Westminster once again. There has been little/no action with "the vow". Since the Scottish referendum the UK is now at war (which I and many others are against, with 1 in 4 children in Scotland living in poverty but instead we spend quite literally billions on bombing people in foreign countries). Aside from going to war there has been talk of the English parliament and also UKIP now has a seat in the house of commons. I don't believe this is the end of Scottish Independence and I believe one day Scotland will be an independent country. We will be independent regardless if we get to keep the pound, have oil or get to keep watch Eastenders and Doctor Who. Scottish Independence represented so much more than that it was about having a country where the millions and not the millionaire mattered, where education, health and social care came before weapons of mass destruction. A country not ruled by a group of posh,rich school boys in London but where every single person had there voice and their best interests represented. I think change is still to come for Scotland and the next few years will be just as crucial in our countries history as the years leading up to the referendum. If at first you don't succeed try, try again. I would vote Yes and would do so a million times over Alba gu brath.
You are really good. Your videos are so awesome. I just hope that you can start contributing more. With only 11 videos you have 3.5 million views and 80k subs. Imagine if you throw a video ever 1-2 week, you can do an easy living of this. My suggestion is to contribute more to the channel. Best regards and continue with the awesome videos! P.S. Also make a video about Europe and Asia. Why are they considered as 2 continents instead of one.
All polls this year show the Scottish people want Independence 12/4/20 Opinium found that 54 per cent of people would vote Yes 25/5/20 YouGov found that 54 per cent of people would vote Yes 4/6/20 Opinium found that 54 per cent of people would vote Yes 21/6/20 Panelbase found that 54 per cent of people would vote Yes 12/8/20 YouGov found that 53 per cent of people would vote Yes 19/8/20 Savanta ComRes found that 54 per cent of people would vote Yes 19/8/20 Panelbase found that 55 per cent of people would vote Yes 02/9/20 Panelbase found that 63 per cent of people would vote Yes 7/9/20 Survation found that 53 per cent of people would vote Yes 20/9/20 HeraldScotland found that 72 per cent of people would vote Yes 22/9/20 IpsosMORI found that 60 per cent of people would vote Yes 26/9/20 Glasgow Herald found that 68 per cent of people would vote Yes 11/10/20 Survation found that 64 per cent of people would vote Yes 14/10/20 IpsosMORI found that 58 per cent of people would vote Yes 30/10/20 JL Partners found that 56 per cent of people would vote Yes 6/11/20 Survation found that 54 per cent of people would vote Yes 16/11/20 Panelbase found that 56 per cent of people would vote Yes
John Melrose no idea... I don’t know much about politics. I wish people could always do what is best for them but sometimes we have to choose something that will help others more than ourselves. Peace yo!
In roblox, there is a Politics roleplay game called "World Conquest". Wyen I was roleplaying as the UK, someone was a Scottish Independence Party. That Scotland just Begged for Independence Nd was like "You already have alot, give me independence" And then I decided to give him Independence when he agrees to give 100& of its GDP. *yea.*
That last part at the end urked me as a No voter. I'm perfectly fine giving each generation a chance to vote, but that's talking once every 20-25 years. Your 'the dream will never die' tribute at the end, albeit a quotation is actually a reflection of the general attitude of many yes voters: that is, the democratic process was used to determine our independence, the majority voted against it and those who voted in favour of independence and lost have handed immense power to SNP and are now vowing to either force independence soon, or to decrease the original gap of 20 years to only a handful of years. In other words.. I had to vote on an issue I did not ask for. I voted, despite expecting the opposite result, I cast my vote and now the minority voters(that is yes voters) that lost are refusing to accept the results of that referendum. Soon enough, in the next few years, I may be forced to vote again and again and again until the few bully the many into getting their way. I'm proud to be Scottish and I love my country, but all the same that last part really got to me, because I can't stand it when people spout on about how great democracy is when they think their vote is going to win, yet ignore the wishes of the majority in a selfish pursuit to have the result they wanted from the beginning. Well, then, that's not democracy - it's just an upstart inheritance. So basically my vote didn't count. Bought Scotland time, but otherwise doesn't count. And I've been called every name under the sun for my choice. The most prominent insult is that I'm a disgrace to my country, or even not Scottish at all. Sorry, but I don't have to take any shit from a bunch of selfish nationalistic thugs.
You do know that the main issue now ISN'T independence but devolution of power from Westminster to Holyrood. The SNP said that we will get the powers that Scotland deserves, many cities and counties in the UK are asking for the same thing so the SNP are a lot more in line with public opinion than any other party. In the world we live in today you got to look out for your own and tend to your own business and that is what the SNP are trying to do. The EU referendum is a point of contention because if England votes OUT but Scotland, Wales and NI vote IN then the UK leaving the EU because the majority of voters live in England basically voids the wishes of Scotland, Wales and NI and shows that we really don't have a democracy.
***** Okay here's the contradiction - You claim "look out for your own", a very, let's be honest, selfish, egocentric, and neoliberal idea, which is exactly what Cameron claims - "Britain must look out for itself without being ruled/hindered by Brussels" So which part of quitting EU is different from quitting the UK? And here Sturgeon wants to retain EU membership, without retaining membership of the UK? Inconsistency and self-contradiction in the logical process isn't it?
Stephen Clark Thank you for putting up with the Yes voters my friend! I too am Scottish, but i live in England and was therefore not given a chance to vote. I would of course voted No. I dont see the reasoning behind the Yes campaign at all, people who are United will always do better than those that are independent. Which is why im a Europhile too. Ive spoken to many Scottish Yes voters, most of whom did not know i was Scottish, and the sheer abuse and sometimes even racist comments they flung at me was shocking. Who are the real traitors to their country, to their democratic principles? The person who votes based on their ideals and respects the outcome (I tolerate a Conservative government for example, for even though i loathe them, most people in Britain did want them so you know....eh), or the people who, in their defeat, run riot in the streets threatening their compatriots with revenge over percieved betrayals? The rage of the Yes Voters makes me almost ashamed to call myself a British Scotsman. And for Sturgeon now to insist that another independence vote is just around the corner...its shameful. Absolutely no respect for the principles of democracy or the fine people of Scotland who went through months of uncertainty. Anyway, thank you Stephen Clark for staying fast to your beliefs, do not let the Yes voters get you down, you voted for Union, as any world-minded individual would, and i believe our country is better off because of individuals like you. Sod the nationalists.
Stephen Clark I'm English (Unfortunately) And I find it disgraceful that people are claiming than you are not Scottish. You can be a proud Scots man and still remain in the UK, like wise you can be proud to be British as well as Scottish. Personally I identify myself as British, I mean look at the English flag, it's so shit and I really dislike English nationalists.
Piaras Carney so every Irish Minister just ignored that when the first minister visited the Republic Recently. but youre Irish living in Glasgow so you know better than all those Irish ministers I suppose?
if Scotland went independent England would be far better off. As for Ireland Scotland would end up like them, being subsidised, or becoming bankrupt. Ireland would be a third world country withouth the british government, who,has given Ireland 20 billion pounds since 2010, a separate 6 billion 4 years ago. Scotland is basically being subsidised now, you don't hear the irish nationalists bragging about that do you.
+Riley Uhr When Scotland was independent (pre-1707) they funded an expedition into the Americas with 1/5th of their national debt, it failed and they went bankrupt. England decided to welcome Scotland into a Union because of the fear that the same could happen between France-Scotland, or Spain-Scotland. So, yes.. It did struggle as an independent nation and when that oil money runs dry (about 20-30 years) you can kiss independence goodbye.
Yeah and that was with salmon giving votes to all immigrants and people from 16 years old and it still failed. Voting should only be for 18 plus and ppl who have paid tax and national insurance for a minimum of 5 years
No it wasn't. Statements like that are frequently used by politicians to motivate people to vote. Unionist politicians have made similar statements in past elections. It's not meant to be taken literally.
I didn't realize the vote had been that close (or maybe I forgot). Made me think about the situation with Quebec over here in Canada too. They haven't held a referendum since 1995, but their separatist movement hasn't died off completely yet. A lot of the same complications too, with a few special cases thrown in for good measure.
I'm a half Scot, half English but see myself as British, leaving the union was never an option, the Scots have a much better standard of living with the current system, although I do support Devo Max due to the potential benefits to Scotland
I just wanted to say making this video was a very strange experience for me. As a Scot, it was weird talking about my own country. Usually when I do research for a video, it's about something that I only know through my computer screen.
A country on the other side of the planet, or a political situation on a continent I've never been to, or a war that ended over 60 years ago.
But this was different. I actually use the currency I was talking about in my daily life, I pay tax in this country, I watched those live TV debates, I've used the NHS... hell, I even voted in the referendum! This is something that directly affects me and it was a great experience making this video.
Whether or not you were happy with the result, the last few months have been a very exciting time to be Scottish. The whole world was watching our tiny nation last month.
Just thought I'd share that.
your videos are just great. keep up the great work and passion.
I'm a bit curious, did you vote Aye?
Did you vote yes, or no? Gonna guess yes. Even though I am English, I would have voted yes if I was Scottish
WonderWhy Just asking here, but did you vote yes or no?
Guys, what he voted was his choice and you don't need to poke around in his business
FINALLY SOMEBODY WHO PRONOUNCED EDINBURGH RIGHT?
+Adult Account Well, I mean... I'm Scottish, so yeah.
WonderWhy You replied! Cheers!
+WonderWhy Keep up the good work.
+WonderWhy im British, so...
Aydinbray is the correct spelling you dumwit
The idea that a country will not survive if it becomes smaller, or will fall into perpetual 'anarchy' without bigger government is absolutely ridiculous. Simply looking around the world will give you an idea that the smaller countries... Hong Kong, Singapore, Taiwan did tremendously despite being TINY.
Hong Kong and Taiwan are both still a part of China though
Notice how you pick countries that are very different and distant from Scotland, rather than pick some other small european nations that share more in common with Scotland. Countries like Ireland, Iceland, Greece. Three countries who have faced even worse economic problems than the UK.
***** Taiwan is not a part of China or at least China does not control Taiwan
Singapore has only been independent for how long? Not even 50 years. Its prosperity will only last as long as its large neighbours are still lagging behind because of culture and religion.
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Okay it's complicated. If you ask China they are, but they really aren't
Also, you forgot to talk about the problem with the Shetland & Orkney isles. Both are very opposed to Scottish independence and have stated that if Scotland gained independence, they would declare independence from Scotland and rejoin the UK. This could be very costly for Scotland as the Shetland & Orkneys hold large amounts of the North Sea oil.
Nightworld115 There were many, many things I didn't talk about. This is just far too complex of an issue for me to talk about everything. I tried my best to include as much relevant information as I could while keeping the video relatively short.
***** They can be part of Britain's overseas territory and still view theirselves of proud scottish. Some people are also suggested to keep full Scottish identity and instead make the Shetland/Orkneys independent, or unite with Denmark.
www.telegraph.co.uk/news/uknews/scottish-independence/10705477/Shetland-and-Orkney-should-get-vote-on-whether-to-leave-Scotland.html
***** To be fair, that's how the US got the state of West Virginia in 1863. Virginia left and the northwest corner of the state opted to rejoin the Union.
Stephan Taylor I think it's also technically how Northern Ireland joined the UK. In 1922 all of Ireland briefly became the Irish Free State, but Northern Ireland was given the option to "opt-out" and rejoin the UK. As expected Northern Ireland opted out and became part of the UK again.
Andrew Calum Yes they did. Look it up!
The same thing happened in Québec, twice. I'm glad we are still part of Canada! Could you please make a video on the Québec referendums (1980 and 1995) please?
It's not really the same thing
@@adamender9092 how is it different would you say?
This would be interesting, considering the second vote was *much* closer than the Scottish Independence vote. Also there's a major difference in culture and language between Quebec and the rest of Canada.
@@atrlawes98 because Quebec is french Scotland is British key difference
@@sahibbhadal Did I ask you smart ass?
England should be an independent city.
I’m just not gonna question that
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"Eddinbruh"
So THAT'S how you pronounce Edinburgh...
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@@CarlosHernandez-cp8qd I believe the locals pronounce it Aydenbarrowshirechesterfood
Yep even though I don’t live in Edinburgh that’s how you pronounce it
This is a comprehensive, understandable and impartial video that details very simply for those who aren't tapped into Scottish/British politics the referendum situation. Good job.
As a yank, I appreciate this insight into the whole thing. Our media gave mixed messages to me about what this was all about and what was happening, so I found your video especially enlightening. Good work.
California and Texas should be given an independence vote would you concede?
Though from England i love Scotland just makes me wonder though, if they would of left... what would of changed? they have there own government ect.
Im really happy that Scotland stayed :)
Fizzy Fire We would have our voice heard and have more money
Callum wring actually the recent vote SNP was the most voted in Scotland
@@Kai-cu4cw imo, an independent Scotland would be bad
Hmmm....1 equal voice within 26 voices versus 1 voice in 4 where only 1 voice counts, easy choice really.
Where we can trade with 500 Million and 65 Million, including the new big deals with China and Japan just set up which Trump is dying to get in on - best of both worlds
EU is about the right degree of ‘union’ between nations.
A union of practical stuff but retaining sovereignty, a veto and no 1 member has much over 15% of vote, so it’s all by negotiation / compromise.
UK union = total power to an 85% English parliament with no veto for others
@@casperwallace9685 Your viewpoint is so conceited in Scotland's favour, it's sad.
As expected, the 2nd Scottish independence referendum plan was brought up in the wake of Brexit from the EU referendum.
The second referendum won't happen until 2055.
That Scottish accent.... so dreamy x)
In my opinion, Scotland voted itself out of existence. Just call yourself a province of England.
I was really hopping for Scotland to cut the apron strings, break out and go on it's own!
I think the Scottish people have been used by the english for so long they have Battered Wives Syndrome.
What a load of complete bollocks!!!, Scots built Great Britain!!!!, in fact invented it, so stop talking so much crap!!!
Then why is it called "Great Britain" and not ,
Great Scotland? The Irish fought for their independence! Scots ... well you know.
Because the island that Scotland, England and Wales are all on is called Britain !
Scotland decided to join england in 1707, after blundering their economy. The people said they wanna be english. so, let it be. When Texas joined the U.S. they gave up being Texan. different reasons, same result.
Glad I'm (mostly) Irish. Only the dummies in the north prefer the english way.
They joined as equals!, Scotland kept it's legal system etc... and became one of the greatest nations on the planet ie great Britain ,and I think your irish chip on your shoulder is showing.
Auld Lang Syne,
A song of Scotland, but it also sung for the New Year!
Now you should talk about the independence movements for Tibet, Texas, and Chechnya.
Recent polls showed that many people in Hong Kong would rather go back under British Rule than under Chinese rule (95%).
This is because they are given the freedoms that we permit here in the UK.
The whole reason Scotland became part of the UK was due to bad leadership, and bad leadership won't get them out. The reason the UK (at least England) has survived for so long is due to good leadership, and as long as the UK has a fair, democratic system and a good quality of life, Scotland won't leave.
I'm thankful that the more mature voters decided that all the 'Braveheart' nonsense was not worth it, and that staying together was better, and as you can see the results show that the majority of yes votes came from younger people, who are caught up in the campaigns, and have less life experience.
Scotland won't be allowed the pound, either, and they would be crazy to think that the EU will help them. I don't want Scotland to turn out like Ireland.
I'm pretty sure the Irish are better off without the UK ,plus you guys were a bunch of jerks back during the plantation and stuff,so yeah we cool,but no regrets here
andrea simoncini hahaha say that the billions of pounds we used to bail you guys out ...
TMME360 £7 billion,yes cheers dude,I'm not saying we don't appreciate it,cause we do,but when your debt is close to a 100%(€250 billion),it's not very much. But you guys are not far off that either to be honest...
andrea simoncini a lot of that debt is because of countries in the Eurozone like Greece and Ireland
Ben M huh how so? I don't see how Ireland's tiny economy (4.5 million vs 80 million for Germany) could affect the bigger economies :/
Good video, you were quite clear in your explanations. Could you do one on the Crown Dependencies some time.
I know this may be a lot to ask, but please upload videos more frequently. I really love your videos, and what you do.
considering how cheap oil is right now and how devastated oil dependent nations like Venezuela and Russia are because of that low price, Scotland made a good decision not to gamble on oil
+EasySnake Russia has a problem because it has massive resources that it's economy depends on,, but Veneuzela has not been a functioning economy for about 10 years. So.. anyway, oil dependency is not good. Scotland doesn't need it anyway
emmo yeah Venezuela used to just use the oil revenues to cover up for all of the problems in the economy. When oil was $130 per barrel, it worked, now you see the actual state of its economy.
EasySnake what about Norway then?
EasySnake, Venezuela's problems are to do with communism, not oil. That's also why they're shooting innocent people in the streets.
ruairí lamb Nah its not, the budget from
Westminster is lmao
Its nice to look back and see all the lies of the No campaign
well there were certainly right on the oil, hardly any revenues this year was meant to be the lifeblood of scotland
Wookie2312 you talk as if Scotland's only source of income is oil
Wookie2312 just after the referendum, more oil was found by BT. And that's only 15% of our sources of income.
xRsAtx fuck off you stupid shit I hope u get deported
Neil Jones most of the no campaign were lies and most of Scottish ancestry died for independence so you fuck off out of my country traitor!
A Panelbase survey asked people for their views on what should happen if the UK Government continues to refuse to give permission for an independence vote - asking if the Scottish Parliament should legislate for such a ballot and then allow the courts to decide if it could go ahead.
Of those who expressed an opinion, 56% agreed with such an approach, with 44% opposed.
0:51 So David Clegg decided to cooperate with himself? *Because that is obviously the same person*
I think it would be terrible for both parties if Scotland left the United Kingdom. The economic damages would affect both Scotland and the rest of the U.K., and in general would most likely not be worth the trouble
But Scotland is a shithole thanks to the uk government, they only care about England.
So I think it is worth the trouble.
+Jennifer Scott Because only England is worth keeping. You also forget that England has a population of 50 million whereas Scotland has a population of 5.5 million. Of course it looks like they're concentrating on England - because England has a bigger population and therefor requires more attention.
+Robloxian BBC News Why does it have a bigger population? That is the question.. why why why?
emmo Because it was tradition throughout the 18th and 19th centuries to have 10-12 children to ensure that a majority survive childhood and continue your family name.
Good video! They should show this to reporters at the BBC as a crash course on how to remain impartial on such a loaded topic.
I'm quite disappointed you didnt mention all the media bias. The BBC's reporting was dreadful on the referendum, Nick Robinson even told an outright lie about Alex Salmond in one of his interviews. Also like to point what rubbish the "vow" is, since the referendum all we've had is powers taken away.
Bollocks, what about salmond telling us about the oil, the man is a parisite .
Salmond is a nonce
@DEAN but did we know that in 2014. exactly. no
Hopefully you will soon get a new referendum, i feel really bad for the people of Scotland.
if you keep making videos like this you might become the next CGPGrey
Thanks for the great video... I really appreciate the effort behind it
The no campaign lied! The Westminster governments blackmailed the Scottish people! Westminister's seats are made to turn a blind eye to Scotland's people! YES2!
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I don't know why English nationals bother to argue on the subject. they don't get a vote in the referendum and they are so out of touch they cannot hope to understand the issues we face in Scotland.
What about the UK Military it would of been terribly saddening to see men who have fought next to each other be split apart because of politics
Its kind of a moot point, because they've also fought against each other. Also, none of the wars in recent history have had popular support in Scotland.
There are still a lot of Scottish people in the army who are proud to be Scottish and British
becton98 You unionists are so hung up on nationality... Polls suggest that around 80% of the Scottish population consider themselves to be solely Scottish so its fair to assume that this translates more or less the same to soldiers and so a huge majority of soldiers don't believe that. Also, nationality doesn't even matter its not about that.
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Fuck off
becton98 "Fuck off" - How you know you've lost an argument!
General facts on Scottish Independence, surely all Scots should know - unless they are die hard UK imperialists who choose to be oblivious. Before I get criticised as Anti-English - I'm not, I have many English friends, I just believe strongly in an independent Scotland. I implore people, especially other Scots, to look into these facts themselves.
Basics;
1. 5 million Scots, 53+ million English - this is nearly a 1:11 ratio. Combined on a different idea in politics and goals between our two countries. Scotland will always be out voted. No matter what. This has been mainly evident in Brexit. But there has been more cases such as Trident (UK Nuclear weapon storage). Where the vote was universally different between our two nations. Scotland votes No? Guess what you don't have a say because the potential of 50+million English votes just out voted you. I know its a democracy, but if its a constant evident difference in opinion between Scotland and England, and we only lose out because of this absurd ratio. Its not really beneficial.
2. There has been multiple enquiries into the success of Scotland as an independent country - by the likes of the UN and CIA. They all imply (as is similar amongst many small first world countries) we would be tremendously successful. Smaller countries can spend more on infrastructure and public services as naturally there is less of a defence budget, because there is less chance of going to war. Adding on to that factor, we would be less of a target for terrorists - joining wars that we do not need to get involved in (forced to get involved in) ... That has been an evident change in opinion between Scotland and England in the past also.
3. Scotland is forward thinking progressive country compared to our English counterparts - Green economy and technology is at its strongest in Scotland. Its also one of the leaders of green technology in the EU. In 2017 Scotland ran off green energy for a whole week. With the world having to go green , being at the forefront is rather remarkable. If Scotland we independent, regardless to what the media tries to tell you, do the research yourself. You'll find that oil reserves will last for a few decades still. In transitioning to green energy, that is a lengthy span of time. Plus more of the oil revenue would actually be benefiting Scottish people - where it is mainly found in the North Sea. Or you could take part in the what the UK Parliament see as the answer - fracking. One of the most environmentally damaging ways of drilling for oil. Also it can effect the health of the population if oil seeps into the water table. Not to mention the incredible eye sore.
There is heaps and heaps of other points, but these stand out most to me. Especially the first point.
This is a trivial point, I understand, but this is fact of what i'm about to write - History has proven to show its a one sided relationship with England - if you watch a documentary on TV about ww2, ww1, the Victorian days. They'll reference the United Kingdom as 'England'. Not just on the program, but back in those actual days themselves also - I'm sure all the Irish, Scots and Welsh soldiers were just as important in the wars? It seems so true, to me and others I have spoken too, its all part of a propaganda to identify England and glorify it.
The past;
The English bias in media was a major play in the 2014 referendum - fear-mongering Scotland daily on the lead up to the vote.
Scots were promised by David Cameron, at the time Prime minister of the UK, Remaining in the UK would secure the chances of having no EU referendum at all. Then (cant remember exact time frame) half a year or so later, declares EU referendum - straight up going against the UK Parliaments word.
'Devo max' wasn't upheld in its entirety - this was promises to Scottish Parliament that more powers would be guaranteed. Only but half or less have been actually devolved.
Scotland is openly mocked by the powers at west minister every time a proposal is suggested, that would actually benefit the Scottish people.
Just wanted to thank you for the great videos! Eagerly awaitng for the new episodes :)
I find it utterly stunning to see so many comments on here by people who don't seem to understand that the referendum is over and that's it. It's over. Independence is off the agenda. It's over. Scotland is not the EU, they won't be able to keep asking the question until the people finally give the answer their leaders are looking for. The UK government has no good reason to allow this vote to be restaged within a generation. It's over.
Martin Willett The next generation was born on the 19th.Or you could look at it another way.Everyone who was too young to vote in this one is the next generation.I can tell that democracy confuses you as much as the rest of the no voters.
Hanson Dix It takes two parties to have such a referendum. The UK parliament has no reason to allow a re-run of this vote within a generation. It is incredibly divisive, expensive and distracting. We have had it and the yes campaign lost. That's it for a generation, an absolute minimum of ten years, probably more than twenty, possibly another three hundred. There is not going to be any bloody neverendum, the UK government won't wear it and neither will the Scottish people.
Put a fiver on it?
Hanson Dix Have you got any proper money?
***** I'm not your mate and I am fairly sure you don't send text messages to your mates calling them mate. It is never necessary to give a greeting on a post like this. If you hit the reply link the world can see who you are replying to and the content can show whether you are friendly or hostile. Putting mate or dude or bud on a reply instantly makes it appear hostile, as if somebody has jabbed a finger right under their nose.
WonderWhy, just asking, what software do you use for your videos?
I am English and I want independence for Scotland
Scotland missed so important referendum. It was vital to become independent state. England's decision cannot represent Scotland. Scottish people have right to decide their own future without coming pressure from England. Nothing is impossible and new referendum should be taken into consideration in the near future.
+ae vurucu We did decide and we decided that its better to take on the challenges of the 21st century together, rather than retreating to the parochialism of nationalism. We are not one people but many people, Scottish, British, European and international.
+ae vurucu Why-what was wrong with the last referendum? It was a decisive NO! It's called "democracy."
+Robert Writes Uhhhh.. Independence.. the parochialism of nationalism? God.. you really have had your bottoms slapped. Every nation has the right to be free if it wishes.
emmo I think those rich Scottish bastards do not want to be FREE. They want to live under dictatorships.. Poor Scottish people will never give up fighting against capitalism and monarchy.
+emmo That's an outdated and dangerous idea from the early 20th century. The problem with identity politics like nationalism is that it does t lead to freedom, but discrimination and close mindedness. Employing grand political statements like "every nation deserves to be free" leads to violence. The British Parliament protects my rights as an individual. I can live my life in Liberty and they do not interfere with my freedom at all. This nationalism creates a with us or against us dichotomy that is unstable and dangerous. It is short sighted bullshit. Modern Scotland always was a close minded nation, however. It was addicted to sectarianism and leaned heavily on the doctrines of Socialism. It has always been a narrow minded.
So, since we got this one cleared, what about Catalonia and Basque Country?
They should certainly strive for a referendum, since they are culturally independent from Spain
Catalonia isn't that different from Spain, it's the Basque reason that is. They have been having Guerilla war with Spain that is making everything worse in Spain.
+Serjy I will admit with honesty that I have not visited the Basque Region, however I have visited Catalonia and Spain. The Catalonians I met were filled with considerable regional pride and identified as the Catalan people more than as Spaniards. Your opinion is what you wish, however making an assumption about my experience is presumptuous and crass. Moreso, it's useless to respond after there's been no activity in almost two months. The referendum in Scotland has long passed and the topic is stale.
I love your videos! Hope to see more soon!
I think England should be an independent country.
Good idea!
Yeh let's get independence from englands own Capital. Those dam politicians of in london just don't respect England enough we should totally rebel.
***** English born, you are English. Don't be like Americans who count every drop of blood thats in them and claim to be this and that.
January January America is a young country. I'm sure if you go back far enough in time there were newly minted Britons/English who claimed Danish, French and Norwegian ancestry.
endrightwinglunacy Not really... A difference between America and England, is that England is a singular entitity, and culture in its origins, whereas the United States is a mixture of practially all cultures. England did not form as America did. (A melting pot). England and the English have existed longer than the French, Danish and Norwegians have as a nationality and a ethnicity. Thus your premise is false as to your assumption that newly Britons/English claimed Danish, French, and Norwegian ancestry. Simply incorrect for the simple fact that I mentioned that the English have existed longer than all those groups you mentioned, and when the English ethnic group formed. They were the first Unified-modern nation state with its own institutions and elected government. In a sense, England was the first modern-country.
What's the point of being independent of the UK while remaining in the EU? Are there any Scottish political parties calling for independence from both? And if not, why not?
No. 1. that's stupid and 2. Most politicians don't like handing over power to the people who elect them.
kappy0405 it’s the same with the Irish. They wanted independence from the UK and most of them will be against leaving the EU
Another home run for WonderWhy. Excellent as always!
Scotland is an Independent Country. The act of Union did not take away Scotland status as an Independent Country.
Forever YES alba gu braith!
Yes.... and so is England an Independent Country, if going by your definition.
Freedom for my Scottish brothers. I encourage your hunger for freedom.
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You already have freedom.... including government what else do you want?
+ignacio caceres I'm from Scotland and you can fuck off!!
It seems ypu encourage only populist opinions about situation. They are already free in almost any sense possible, judging by how their society is one of the most democratic in the world and that they have devolved administration. And if they want to have more, they can have another referendum one day. Dont try to present it like people in the UK including ethnic and regional minorities, are not free now. You know nothing if you believe that
upload more please :( i learn so much from this channel :'(
Do a video about the Persian Gulf and all the Arabs trying to name it Arabian Gulf
look at how many +1s i got. DO IT please
Elder Trolls When the gulf contains 60% of the worlds oil, Arabs (excluding the ones not bordering the Persian Gulf respectively) get jealous
Elder Trolls Are you saying the Gulf's historical name is the Arabian Gulf?
mohammad hossein Babaei No but it's name doesn't really matter, it just matters about who owns it, and who owns it right now? Thats right the Arabs
Elder Trolls Arabs?...What?!?!...Have you ever even read an article about the Persian Gulf? If the Arabs own it, then why doesn't the United Nations know it as the Arabian Gulf instead of the Persian Gulf?
6:30 holy crap that's all most now
I think you should do more videos like this, you make politics easy, simple and quick.
CAN YOU MAKE ONE OF YOUR WONDERFUL VIDEOS EXPLAINING THE RUSSIAN FEDERATION? THANK YOUUUU
I'm sick of people in the UK acting like they are different from one another. We should get rid of the concepts of England, Wales, and Scotland altogether. Nationalism does nothing but divide people when we all live on the same island and barely have any differences. Nationalism was fun in medieval times but now we should work towards abolishing arbitrary divisions between ourselves.
It's embarrassing that a tiny island country can barely hold itself together. Meanwhile massive countries like China, the US, and Canada are doing great and not at risk of falling apart.
There isn't really any English nationalism anymore.
The United States doesn't often keep itself together all that well, but state laws help.
Your argument is pretty stupid though. So Welsh people should just forget about their roots, their history, ditch their already dying language, and bend over backwards because "nationalism is bad". By your logic, international borders should be removed entirely.
Why do people like you beat the drum that if someone wants sovereignty, then they're a xenophobic nationalist who thinks everyone else is inferior? That just isn't the case.
China has rebellions in the West dude. Xinjiang Uyghur rebels, and of course the famous Tibet seccessionist movement.
Canada - Too small a population, only imaginable rebellion would be from Inuits but I dont see that happening (too small population)
USA - Pretty stable at the time being, was not always like that.
By the way China and US defenitely have a patriotic, dare I say nationalist, population.
monkeytrollu Don't forget about Quebec separatism.
ForeverRepublic right, Forgot about that :P Thanks for reminding me.
you should do an update of the referendum situation taking into consideration, brexit, covid and supreme court decision.
Scottish logic: We voted to stay in the UK and therefore we are part of the UK and we vote in the referendums and general elections which the UK has. However, when the vote doesn’t go our way then we vote to have independence again
I don't buy into the argument that "Scotland didn't elect the Tories so shouldn't be governed by them". Liverpool never elected the Tories and yet is governed by them. Now I know that Scotland is a country and Liverpool isn't but what you're effectively suggesting is that the ~5 million Scottish people should have just as much control over the parliament in Westminister as the ~54 million English people. I think that every single citizen of the UK should have the same power at elections as each other.
Erm... That was kind of the point. Nobody said Scottish people should have more control over parliament in Westminster, just control over our own country. What you're effectively suggesting is that 54 million English people should have more say over the governance of Scotland than 5 million Scots.
Your post makes no sense. Scotland is a constituent of the UK, not an independant country. I didn't vote for Brexit and I don't blame remain Scots for being pissed off about it, but you can't live in a democracy whilst pretending not to live in one. Your point only makes sense if Scotland left the UK.
Nice, relevant video! I had just subscribed to you, and you posted a video right then!
I find it rather hypocritical that a lot of people in England want to leave the EU for "nationalistic reasons", yet at the same time they criticise Scotland's aim to leave the UK.
+KasabianFan44 actually people want to leave the EU because they feel that they are worse of in it
+EddieExile Nope do not think so.
I love you Scotland
I love the Auld Lang Syne in the background.
Also, all your videos have been really informative and useful. Thank you!
I wonder what the union jack would look like without the scottish part...
You could replace the Scottish cross with the cross of Saint David (Welsh) it's the same but is black and yellow, or possibly even cooler you could have a flag with a dragon and a lion on it representing Wales and England I'm not sure what creature could be for n. Ireland
Good idea, that'd look pretty cool!
Google it there were some ideas flying around just before the referendum they're kinda cool
It's Scottish National Party, not Scottish Nationalist party. :p
By the way, could I please see the source for those tax figures? Thanks.
I'm very impressed with your unbiased and very informative video!
WonderWhy just curious, what did you vote for?
i think he would have vote the third option if avaliable
I'm inclined to think he probably voted No, since he says how Salmond wanting to join NATO despite being opposed to nuclear weapons was quite bizarre
Inkyminkyzizwoz I thought he voted yes, by the way he put the scottish flag on the screen at the end.
Inkyminkyzizwoz well, thats quite minusculus taking in count how dependent scotland is right now...
As a matter of fact, I saw in another video that he said he voted Yes, but he respects the decision of the electorate - much like Salmond himself
Scotland's independence, I voted no because of taxes, currency, nuclear weapons, Obamacare and most from the economy, turning Scotland's future to Venezuela the worst but this year, Espana will have the same problem like the north, gaining independence but I'm afraid no success will be realized but in reality, the fall of the ECU is coming because of parliament currently divided between pro-Europeans wanting to keep the state united while anti-Europeans wanted to break off, such as the British Empire the strongest power against European sovereignty will occur next year or sometime between now and later, should the empire leave the ECU and if so, like the Soviet Union, the European Capitalist Union will meet its demise it failed to maintain economically.
what the fuck does obamacare have to do with scotland??
@@ImInSpainWithoutTheS No doesn't have to make sense. Burn the bra!
What a complex issue. Thanks for such an informative video! I enjoyed it very much!
So... when does england get its own parliament, so we can filter out the rest of the UK from getting involved in english matters?
Exactly, complete devolution for all member states or no devolution at all!
Think you're talking about "English votes for English Laws"
see: "English votes for English Laws"
When you keep your fingers in your own pies is when...and out of ours.
Stop pretending England isn't the driving force behind the UK. There is no UK without England and you know it. A break up of the UK would be bad for all 4 countries unless you're a nationalist who doesn't care because they won't be alive when things go south.
Good god, the number of Cybernats in the comments.
Excellent neutral, balanced video explaining the topic.
scotchprofessor Cybernat is a term for literally any Yes supporter with an internet connection. It's used as a derogatory term by dinosaur politicians who don't understand the internet and morons. It was coined by British Nationalist George Foulkes, a former MP who was appointed, not elected like what happens in democracies, to our second chamber. There is no real equivalent for the No side that I'm aware of, I suppose BritNat and CyberBritNat are the closest but there was no media usage of those terms to describe No voters.
We should declare UDI officially, and wait until the uproar. People would demand and scream and shout about it being wrong, people would celebrate and the proverbial would hit the fan. THEN, the Scottish government would say.. "ok, ok, so we put it to the people with an emergency vote.. Who wants to REJOIN the UK?"
SCOTLAND FOREVER, Scotland is a nation that deserves to be independent ,even though it might be hard to get its early country on its feet if the people of Scotland really want independence there will be no price to high to make the country into its own. Same goes with Wales and Northern Ireland which was literally conquered.
+Rob Evans Majority of people in scotland, wales and northern ireland want to remain part of the UK, the actual people of those countries don't agree with your bullshit.
+Rob Evans The Troubles.
***** More preferable.
"it was literally conquered"
Spoiler Alert- most modern countries were all conquered in a way in the past
mind= blown
+Rob Evans I'm a proud Scot and don't get me wrong I'd love an independent Scotland, but as a pragmatist, it wouldn't be a wise idea.
Patriotically I'd want to vote yes, but in reality after having looked into the ramifications of doing so, I would have to vote no.
But I live in Australia so I've got the numpties in government here to deal with instead.
It will come one day for Scotland. We will have our time.
well done, this must've been very hard for you to make an unbiased video, but you did pretty well at it.
I wonder if it is the case that England needs Scotland more than Scotland needs England.
Good video either way.
why would we need them more
I hate this government so much. im english and i love scotland Northen Ireland and wales. when i heard that scotland was going to have vote to be independent i was sad. i wish the English government stop being a bellend and let wales scotland and North of ireland have more controlle. also the youtube comment section is just a on going war aginest countrys
Titan -X40 - A British Gamer! You're being dooped son. There is no "English Government"- It's the British Government and it wants England to forever be trapped (with it's national name and identity hindered). Scotland is doing us a favor. If they leave. Pfhooo.... we'll be closer to freedom.
i know its the British government sorry got mixed up and yh tbh i know were you comming from but i have family in wales north of irelend and scotland so i dont know if they ebcome independent dose that mean its gonna be a ball ace to see them lol
Titan -X40 - A British Gamer!
Hey im a brit too i think all countries in the uk should be separate then the union government,but still be united.
Fizzy Dinosaur
What i mean is all 4 countries have 4 governments but still under one union
+Rex .Utimatum Nope, Scotland got a lot of oil, and it should go for independence, and it WILL! Do you know why? Because elderly people voted NO, young people voted YES.
That final quote had me teary eyed.
Yes then, yes now, yes always. Scotland has to get free of westminster. For richer or poorer we will find our way in the world.
Pillock.
That ending makes me think WonderWhy was a Yes voter. I voted No.
Chris P. Bacon But I love Eminem and GTA:V so we can agree on some things, right?!
WonderWhy Haha, of course. Being a Yes or No voter shouldn't impact what we think of each other! (Even if it does make you a lesser human being ;) )
***** Don't really know what you are talking about now... It was a bit of banter.
WonderWhy Did you vote Yes or No in the referendum. All my friends and family except for my first cousin voted No.
David Ryan He voted Yes.
You could do a follow up video about the stage Scotland is at in the present time. A lot has transpired since the referendum, and the constitutional question is still a topic that continues to be brought up in Scottish election debates. There is a lot of division right now and it would be interesting to talk about the SNP's huge gains on the 2015 UK election a year after, Scottish labour's current struggles, the upcoming scottish elections, eu referendum affecting Scotland's relationship with the rest of UK, etc. I really admired how you were very impartial for this video, and, as a fellow Scot, I would love to hear another unbiased view on the situation we face now.
Lots of division because the SNP and it's support cannot accept/understand simple democracy.
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How fucking great would it be if Wales, Northern Ireland and Scotland kicked England out.
OMFG YASSSS
+Thomas Biggart England is the main party in the UK and could crush them all through military strength if that happened. And not only that but it would also be illegal.
Did you watch the London riots? Imagine if a few more million joined in, and so what
Thomas Biggart The army wasn't deployed in the London Riots. The difference is that if the British Army deployed into all these territories it would either: 1) Settle down [OR] 2) Turn into the Troubles v2
However the British Army is adept at tackling guerilla warfare and terrorism due to conflicts in Afghanistan.
Also, it was announced during the referendum debates that those assigned into Scottish Regiments of the RAF, RN and BA would be allowed to join the British Army instead of the new-founded Scottish Army.
True, but unless your Scottish you don't know what it feels like to be Scottish, and I guarantee that a lot of the Scottish troops would drop out to help their country, possible the Welsh and Irish.
The problem with nationalist parties is that they tend to cut their noses off to spite their faces. By that I mean that they will often underutilise the powers they have in order to get their end result, which is independence. So many of the factors that the yes campaign were churning out were things that the SNP could have influenced anyway. But of course, they don't want Scotland to be a better place, what they want is for Scottish people to think they are getting a raw deal, in order to keep themselves relevant and persuade more people to vote for independence.
What saddens me is that so many Scots were happy to lap this bullshit up. It was horrible to witness so many people who claim to be left wing only caring about their own little patch of land. No thought at all that Scotland's relative prosperity might well be entirely thanks to the fact that they have a devolved parliament within the UK, and no consideration whatsoever for their natural allies who happen to be on the other side of the border.
The vote has happened. It was a NO. Get the fuck over it, change the record. Stop grumbling about what's best for Scotland, and start asking what's best for the UK!
teehee1604 And the hatefilled,politically ignorant vent their spleen because it's too hard to think about.Just you let the establishment do your thinking for you...obviously a lot easier.
Hanson Dix I don't think I've met a more ignorant bunch of people than the yes supporters, who are totally oblivious to how good Scotland actually has it. They don't seem to realise that there is more to England than just London, which is also full of people who are detached from politics. The short sightedness, as if every problem stops at the border, is sickening.
Do you have an English nationalism fixation?
Hanson Dix I'm a Yorkshireman living in Scotland, it allows me to see the true level of absurdity from the Scottish nationalists that they themselves never could.
This video is really nice. All your videos are really nice. I watched them all. When are you going to do your next video
I want Scotland to stay part of the UK
You support Scotland being part of the U.K. and we'll support Kosovo being Serbian lol
+Norman Hampton more than you.
mate fucking stay in asia no one wants your opinion in europe
Saor Alba
Hahah Scotland is not Kosovo you fucker :D
I was supporting yes, because I thought that Scotland should have had a chance
No they shouldn't. It's for the best!
Nightworld115 Well that's your opinion, and I am not going to protest
Of becoming a Stalinist Dictatorship!
Marylandbrony I support communism, not stalinism
☭TheNASCARMAN333☭ Stalinism is a part/possible route to/result of Communism or attempt to create a communist state.
I was extremely disappointed with the result of the referendum (I voted Yes). I feel that the better together won due to there scare mongering tactics and injecting fear into the population. With 95% of corporate media against Scottish Independence its a small miracle that 45% voted Yes! I feel that the issue is still current and if anything as opened the issue to a whole new generation.
Wanting Scottish Independence doesn't make me anti-english I am simply pro-scottish and want whats best for my country. You saw in the video only one constituency out of 59 constituency in Scotland voted Conservative yet Scotland is stuck with a Conservative PM.
During the time of the referendum I felt I had a voice and that my vote truly did matter but now I feel trampled on and helpless and that the voice of Scotland will be drowned out by Westminster once again.
There has been little/no action with "the vow". Since the Scottish referendum the UK is now at war (which I and many others are against, with 1 in 4 children in Scotland living in poverty but instead we spend quite literally billions on bombing people in foreign countries). Aside from going to war there has been talk of the English parliament and also UKIP now has a seat in the house of commons.
I don't believe this is the end of Scottish Independence and I believe one day Scotland will be an independent country. We will be independent regardless if we get to keep the pound, have oil or get to keep watch Eastenders and Doctor Who. Scottish Independence represented so much more than that it was about having a country where the millions and not the millionaire mattered, where education, health and social care came before weapons of mass destruction. A country not ruled by a group of posh,rich school boys in London but where every single person had there voice and their best interests represented.
I think change is still to come for Scotland and the next few years will be just as crucial in our countries history as the years leading up to the referendum.
If at first you don't succeed try, try again. I would vote Yes and would do so a million times over
Alba gu brath.
7:03 That's the town i live in :)
All Scotland would have needed to do is the same thing Norway did, and they would be rolling in cash.
It's not that simple
Mystogan Edolas
Norway claimed most of it all the rest is owned by the UK.
+Downfall Dolfy You is and all scots is english so you is part of England
Downfall Dolfy You speak English which means Scots speak English as their mother tongue
He's right y'know
You are really good. Your videos are so awesome. I just hope that you can start contributing more. With only 11 videos you have 3.5 million views and 80k subs. Imagine if you throw a video ever 1-2 week, you can do an easy living of this. My suggestion is to contribute more to the channel. Best regards and continue with the awesome videos!
P.S. Also make a video about Europe and Asia. Why are they considered as 2 continents instead of one.
Whose ready for part 2?
Song please? And I'm actually being serious
+thedukeultimate It's called "Auld Lang Syne". Also, here's the audio file I used: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Auld_Lang_Syne_-_U.S._Navy_Band.ogg
+WonderWhy Are you planning on making more videos?
+WonderWhy a good choice of song
WonderWhy Thanks :D I always like to watch your videos when eating.
Downfall Dolfy I is very skinny
All polls this year show the Scottish people want Independence
12/4/20 Opinium found that 54 per cent of people would vote Yes
25/5/20 YouGov found that 54 per cent of people would vote Yes
4/6/20 Opinium found that 54 per cent of people would vote Yes
21/6/20 Panelbase found that 54 per cent of people would vote Yes
12/8/20 YouGov found that 53 per cent of people would vote Yes
19/8/20 Savanta ComRes found that 54 per cent of people would vote Yes
19/8/20 Panelbase found that 55 per cent of people would vote Yes
02/9/20 Panelbase found that 63 per cent of people would vote Yes
7/9/20 Survation found that 53 per cent of people would vote Yes
20/9/20 HeraldScotland found that 72 per cent of people would vote Yes
22/9/20 IpsosMORI found that 60 per cent of people would vote Yes
26/9/20 Glasgow Herald found that 68 per cent of people would vote Yes
11/10/20 Survation found that 64 per cent of people would vote Yes
14/10/20 IpsosMORI found that 58 per cent of people would vote Yes
30/10/20 JL Partners found that 56 per cent of people would vote Yes
6/11/20 Survation found that 54 per cent of people would vote Yes
16/11/20 Panelbase found that 56 per cent of people would vote Yes
It's like a modern day "Braveheart", with less limbs being cut off. I'm from the USA so my opinion about this means very little.
Being from the USA your opinion matters, do you believe that Westminster has the best interests of the USA or Washington?
John Melrose no idea... I don’t know much about politics. I wish people could always do what is best for them but sometimes we have to choose something that will help others more than ourselves. Peace yo!
In roblox, there is a Politics roleplay game called "World Conquest".
Wyen I was roleplaying as the UK, someone was a Scottish Independence Party.
That Scotland just Begged for Independence Nd was like "You already have alot, give me independence"
And then I decided to give him Independence when he agrees to give 100& of its GDP.
*yea.*
How is this of any relevance to Scottish independence?
imagine playing wc risk gang
Now I wanna play roblox now
You should do a video about flanders and catalonia
one day Scotland will be free.
*bagpipes intensify*
Could you make a video on Irish independence? It's a very interesting topic!
no
That last part at the end urked me as a No voter. I'm perfectly fine giving each generation a chance to vote, but that's talking once every 20-25 years.
Your 'the dream will never die' tribute at the end, albeit a quotation is actually a reflection of the general attitude of many yes voters: that is, the democratic process was used to determine our independence, the majority voted against it and those who voted in favour of independence and lost have handed immense power to SNP and are now vowing to either force independence soon, or to decrease the original gap of 20 years to only a handful of years.
In other words.. I had to vote on an issue I did not ask for. I voted, despite expecting the opposite result, I cast my vote and now the minority voters(that is yes voters) that lost are refusing to accept the results of that referendum. Soon enough, in the next few years, I may be forced to vote again and again and again until the few bully the many into getting their way.
I'm proud to be Scottish and I love my country, but all the same that last part really got to me, because I can't stand it when people spout on about how great democracy is when they think their vote is going to win, yet ignore the wishes of the majority in a selfish pursuit to have the result they wanted from the beginning. Well, then, that's not democracy - it's just an upstart inheritance.
So basically my vote didn't count. Bought Scotland time, but otherwise doesn't count. And I've been called every name under the sun for my choice. The most prominent insult is that I'm a disgrace to my country, or even not Scottish at all.
Sorry, but I don't have to take any shit from a bunch of selfish nationalistic thugs.
You do know that the main issue now ISN'T independence but devolution of power from Westminster to Holyrood. The SNP said that we will get the powers that Scotland deserves, many cities and counties in the UK are asking for the same thing so the SNP are a lot more in line with public opinion than any other party.
In the world we live in today you got to look out for your own and tend to your own business and that is what the SNP are trying to do. The EU referendum is a point of contention because if England votes OUT but Scotland, Wales and NI vote IN then the UK leaving the EU because the majority of voters live in England basically voids the wishes of Scotland, Wales and NI and shows that we really don't have a democracy.
***** Okay here's the contradiction -
You claim "look out for your own", a very, let's be honest, selfish, egocentric, and neoliberal idea, which is exactly what Cameron claims - "Britain must look out for itself without being ruled/hindered by Brussels"
So which part of quitting EU is different from quitting the UK?
And here Sturgeon wants to retain EU membership, without retaining membership of the UK?
Inconsistency and self-contradiction in the logical process isn't it?
Stephen Clark Thank you for putting up with the Yes voters my friend! I too am Scottish, but i live in England and was therefore not given a chance to vote. I would of course voted No. I dont see the reasoning behind the Yes campaign at all, people who are United will always do better than those that are independent. Which is why im a Europhile too.
Ive spoken to many Scottish Yes voters, most of whom did not know i was Scottish, and the sheer abuse and sometimes even racist comments they flung at me was shocking. Who are the real traitors to their country, to their democratic principles? The person who votes based on their ideals and respects the outcome (I tolerate a Conservative government for example, for even though i loathe them, most people in Britain did want them so you know....eh), or the people who, in their defeat, run riot in the streets threatening their compatriots with revenge over percieved betrayals? The rage of the Yes Voters makes me almost ashamed to call myself a British Scotsman.
And for Sturgeon now to insist that another independence vote is just around the corner...its shameful. Absolutely no respect for the principles of democracy or the fine people of Scotland who went through months of uncertainty.
Anyway, thank you Stephen Clark for staying fast to your beliefs, do not let the Yes voters get you down, you voted for Union, as any world-minded individual would, and i believe our country is better off because of individuals like you. Sod the nationalists.
It's an incredibly large minority, just a few hundred voters could've changed the entire course of scottish history
Stephen Clark I'm English (Unfortunately) And I find it disgraceful that people are claiming than you are not Scottish. You can be a proud Scots man and still remain in the UK, like wise you can be proud to be British as well as Scottish. Personally I identify myself as British, I mean look at the English flag, it's so shit and I really dislike English nationalists.
As an Irish nationalist I support the Scottish nationalist. Power to the Celts.
Slainte, brother!
Piaras Carney so every Irish Minister just ignored that when the first minister visited the Republic Recently. but youre Irish living in Glasgow so you know better than all those Irish ministers I suppose?
As a British nationalist, I support Northern Irish Loyalists, POWER TO BRITTANIA!
if Scotland went independent England would be far better off. As for Ireland Scotland would end up like them, being subsidised, or becoming bankrupt. Ireland would be a third world country withouth the british government, who,has given Ireland 20 billion pounds since 2010, a separate 6 billion 4 years ago. Scotland is basically being subsidised now, you don't hear the irish nationalists bragging about that do you.
Its NATIONAL not NATIONALIST
You make great videos , they're interesting and easy to understand , carry on with the good work :D
Scottland should be independent
+Ludwig Beethoven watch the video
its already been independent it wouldnt struggle at all
+Ludwig Beethoven LOL
+Ludwig Beethoven wtf 😂
+Riley Uhr When Scotland was independent (pre-1707) they funded an expedition into the Americas with 1/5th of their national debt, it failed and they went bankrupt. England decided to welcome Scotland into a Union because of the fear that the same could happen between France-Scotland, or Spain-Scotland. So, yes.. It did struggle as an independent nation and when that oil money runs dry (about 20-30 years) you can kiss independence goodbye.
It was a once in a life time chance said the SNP yet straight after a no vote they want another referendum...
I gather Mel Gibson really got to them
Bye, bye you Scots. Vote for Independence next time.
Yeah and that was with salmon giving votes to all immigrants and people from 16 years old and it still failed. Voting should only be for 18 plus and ppl who have paid tax and national insurance for a minimum of 5 years
No it wasn't. Statements like that are frequently used by politicians to motivate people to vote. Unionist politicians have made similar statements in past elections. It's not meant to be taken literally.
I didn't realize the vote had been that close (or maybe I forgot). Made me think about the situation with Quebec over here in Canada too. They haven't held a referendum since 1995, but their separatist movement hasn't died off completely yet. A lot of the same complications too, with a few special cases thrown in for good measure.
I'm a half Scot, half English but see myself as British, leaving the union was never an option, the Scots have a much better standard of living with the current system, although I do support Devo Max due to the potential benefits to Scotland
In what way would Devo Max give us a "much better standard of living" than Independence. Please be very specific.
We'd still be a stronger, United Kingdom.