The Scottish Government

Ellis Sims - And its also hearty to see many more supporters of Scottish Independence! What is Britain anyway? The Welsh are the only ones who have the slightest right to call themselves "British"

independence is not about hating anyone
it is merely the restoring of the right to run ones own nation
there were advantages one time in the union
these are thin on the ground
dumping the blame on people instead of exploitative corporations doesnt add to any debate
the system as it is doesnt offer the same rights to everyone nor are incomes in line with inflation
housing in this nation costs far more than many working people can afford
if You are wealthy or well paid you are fortunate
there are a majority who are not and they are not always to blame
ageism is real so is prejudice
i have been referred to as foreign
i am not smug
iwant to see freedom for the purpose of
the nation working out the future
unionism has had hundreds of years since 1707 to get it right
they failed
left and right wing
where are their answers to homelessness poverty lousy pensions power sharing for a start?
people can defend the union till the cows return
but it dont work
the call for independence was fuelled by the union failing millions of people.
you cant dump the blame on the snp
they only won power less than a year ago.
thepoliticians who were voted out last May dont give any praise to the snp.
why?

to post 384
just to say this is a forum for independence.
when the other union guys were in power where was their forum?

Those of us lucky enough to have been born and bred in Scotland, and some of those who have adopted our country as home, understand the reasons we want independence.
Many of us have wished for independence since childhood, whilst living through some cringing experiences as a result of being attached to England.(need I mention 1966, or the multitude of times on our 'national' tv when Britain is referred to as England?)
It is nothing to do with the people of England, (we all have friends and relatives living there) some of whom tend to take our desire for separation as a personal issue. Surely they would be glad to ditch us if we are costing them as much in extra taxes as they say. It is more to do with a meeting of minds, a pride in our own country, a feeling of unity with our own heritage and traditions, our landscapes, language and culture; a desire to be "Scotland as a nation, not a subsection of England", which Scots all over the world will understand. And now we have found a leader in Alex Salmond, one who also has the capability to ensure the national economics match the passion.

Many people say an independent Scotland would be poorer but this simply isn't true. We have vast energy reserves in tidal and wave power that aren't used. A massive scottish investment in these energy sources could put us ahead. By purchasing enough tidal, hydro-electric, nuclear, and wind Stations we could create an energy surplus. Energy not being used could be sold onto other countries. The value of this energy would increase as conventional fuels began to run out in neighbouring countries.

People also say Scotland might not have a strong army. This is also wrong an adoption of the swiss military model of conscription and an adoption of neutrality should be enough to protect Scotland. Our Navy could be one of the best. Scotland has been building ships for centuries. We could buy some good multi role planes for our air force to protect our skies.

An independent Scotland wouldn't have as much money as we it's true but then there are less people to split the money for.

A independent Scotland could adopt Direct Democracy and become truly a nation ruled by the people.

Have those seeking Scotland's independence considered where from the short-term working capital until Scotland's economy can sustain itself will come? Pray tell - and don't say from the taxpayer!

I passed my afternoon reading your posted messages to this site and I must say that among you there are people whose first problem-consern is the economy of the independent Scotland after aborting mother England.In my country we say that it's better one hour of freedom and independence than a whole life under slavery and prison.The whole gold of the world is not worth enough to take away my freedom...If you really seek for independence, forget any cost.!!

RAD-KL

I have no wish to become involved in your debate with Alan Thompson and to be honest I don't know what it is about.

But if he has said, as it seems he has, that there are many Scottish celebrations around the world today then he is correct. There are more Burns societies abroud than there is here. In countires like Canada, Australia and New Zealand things like St. Andrews day are celebrated by people interested in their Scottish roots. There is also the Tartan Day celebration in New York...you know the annual celebration where our First Minister's don their kilts, hop across the pod and act as if Americans know who they are.

This is all I am going to say on the matter.

Cheers

#398 Kostas Greece

I have been free for over 60 years, so what's new?

If I compare my freedoms to yours I think I am better off than you've ever been.

Seperating from the UK and joining Europe will not add to my freedoms, more likely diminish them.

" But if he has said, as it seems he has, that there are many Scottish celebrations around the world today then he is correct. There are more Burns societies abroud than there is here. In countires like Canada, Australia and New Zealand things like St. Andrews day are celebrated by people interested in their Scottish roots. There is also the Tartan Day celebration in New York".


Craig can you tell us why we do not celebrate here? we have the lowest bank/public holidays in Europe.
Perhaps when we become Independant then we can adress this small problem and enjoy more free time, no?