What happens ?....Scottish Independence.

[Leon]

On the postage, I think there'll be some kind of increase for Scottish post.  We can currently send 1st class UK to Northern Ireland, but Republic of Ireland is Europe rated, despite it going on the same network for the majority of the journey.  I don't think Royal Mail would miss out on the opportunity to grab some extra pennies where they can.

[Rob]

I am sure you are right Leon. I was just thinking that they have employees and distribution hubs in Scotland so it shouldn't make a difference.

Having thought about it I do know they have a policy of not worrying about foreign rules and regulations as these are dealt with by the foreign carriers - simple. In this case their systems could not cope so I wonder what will actually happen. Logically to keep with their current practices they should sack all Scottish workers and have the American carrier carry out all deliveries north of the border, but that just doesnt seem right.

This is probably going to be a fairly common problem across services and industry and it looks like we will be paying for these changes and reorganisations  through higher charges although we havn't voted or had a say in the process at all.

[Leon]

I just hope that regardless of which way the vote goes, the powers that be can work out systems to reduce the impact on small businesses like us.  I've been following some discussions on other forums and Facebook from Scottish traders, who aren't looking forward to the prospect of independence as it relates to their businesses.

[Duke Speedy of Leighton]

How is the Xbox these days Leon?

[Leon]

How is the Xbox these days Leon?

[Fenton]

I havent really followed all this independence thing very closely...If there is a yes vote then when does it all change?. The next day or a year later, or some other time?

[sebigboss79]

I just hope that regardless of which way the vote goes, the powers that be can work out systems to reduce the impact on small businesses like us.  I've been following some discussions on other forums and Facebook from Scottish traders, who aren't looking forward to the prospect of independence as it relates to their businesses.

If you are looking at the debate it is only one side that is trying to put up barriers in order to discourage a YES vote.

We are bombing people to liberty that in most cases do not care about the Western Way of Life but when it comes to our own house we accept that one makes the decisions (crap ones at that to be brutally honest)?

I accept that Independence brings responsibilities and I am happy to work for that as long as the government (wherever it resides) has my best interest in mind. Unfortunately I cannot say that about the current one in Westminster - a concern that many people in England share actually.

The sane thing is to create a Pound Sterling zone in opposition to the EURO and Dollar zones. It is also smart to stay in the EU so we do not have to pay all the import charges but then again: Since when is the majority of the electorate or who they vote for smart?

@Fenton: Independence day would be 2016 after 2 years of organising a separation. Now how that separation goes is up to both governments but just on one point of the No campaign (No pound argument): No pound, no debt. I do not think Cameron will risk that.

[Mickey Sims]

I've not read through this whole thread, so apologies in advance if this has been asked, but what happens to our beautiful union flag if the Scots leave us?

Personally I hope they don't go and still find it hard to believe it could happen.

[WeeWars]

I've not read through this whole thread, so apologies in advance if this has been asked, but what happens to our beautiful union flag if the Scots leave us?

You lose the blue bits.

[FierceKitty]

Twenty years from now the Sassenachs will be marching under a cross St Andrew argent on a field azure. Gae for it, Sco'lan'!

[Wonkey Donkeys]

We'll all be driving flying cars and there will be a colony on Mars

[Leman]

So, the blue bits are staying. Now lets have a devolved Assembly in Manchester.

[fsn]

Praise be! The Scots have found their sense and decided not to destroy the UK!

Now we just have to put Scotland back together. 

[Lord Kermit of Birkenhead]

So, the blue bits are staying. Now lets have a devolved Assembly in Manchester.

MANCHESTER !!!! 

IanS

[Hertsblue]

So, the blue bits are staying. Now lets have a devolved Assembly in Manchester.

I'd settle for an English assembly that doesn't allow the other countries to meddle in English affairs.