Thursday, September 18, 2014

Scotland's Vote would mean a lot






Here it is. Either that Yes or No would mean a lot, not just for Scotland but for the whole world itself. A Pandora box is looming either for the good or for worse. Aside from Scotland, Catalonia, Northern Ireland, Republika Srpska are just waiting before they take action.

I will take unbiased views from this websites i would put:
http://www.independentscotland.org/content/voting-yes-for-scottish-independence.htm
http://www.independentscotland.org/content/voting-no-for-scottish-independence.htm

For those who would want yes:


1. Taking Responsibility by moving all Governing Powers to Scotland

You would like to get the opportunity to move more responsibilities to a more local Scottish Democracy instead of accept the fate of Westminster's plans? With all the powers moved to Scotland, we can make a fairer Scotland.

2. Get the Government we choose

The Tories are in power in the UK, although the majority of Scots have chosen the opposition. The Scots are outnumbered ten to one, so whatever government the Scots will vote for in a UK General Election, it's highly unlikely that a Scottish Political Party will ever be part of a UK Government representing Scotland's needs. With the rising votes for UKIP in England, our goals towards a fair and harmonious society will diminish even further.

3. No more building Nuclear Weapons

We should stop building Nuclear Weapons in Scotland, it is unethical and morally wrong. Under "The Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons" the UK expects all other countries to sign this agreement to disarm Nuclear Weapons, but has excluded itself. Under the treaty it continues to build more Nuclear Weapons in Scotland. If you believe in peace instead of war, let's stop building weapons of mass destruction and start caring for the people and the planet.

4. Securing Oil Funds in North Sea

Scotland's Oil reserves are vast. Most of the revenue and tax made from Oil goes directly to Westminster. There are claims that Scotland will be one of the wealthiest nations in Europe if we become independent.

5. Scotland has the resources and finances

Scotland has the resources and finances to become independent. One of the early myths created by the No Campaign has been debunked and even the Unionists agree that Scotland has what it takes to become independent and the Scottish people will be better off financially.

6. Believing in the creation of more jobs

With an ever rising energy and electricity demand in Europe, Scotland could be one of the global leading suppliers. Scotland has many natural resources that allow sustainable energy for which more jobs are created. Furthermore when Scotland becomes Independent, many centralized services and offices, like Tax Offices, DVLA etc have to be set up in Scotland. This will create many jobs and jobs provide an income, which is good for the economy and beneficial for us all.

7. Believing in the benefits for Scotland and yourself as individual

Not only will there be more jobs, the future Government already has plans for creating better Healthcare and improve the situation for Pensioners and people with children. We'll keep the minimum wages, scrap the bedroom tax, etc.

8. Believing in a more equal wages

The difference in wage in London compared to Scotland for example is huge. This gap is growing and with the current UK Government the richest only seem to get richer and the poor becoming poorer. With a smaller gap between the highest and lowest incomes, there will be less jealousy, greed and more happiness.

9. Believing that Scotland and England have opposite Political and Social views

We love Scotland and we love England. Why should both countries suffer from having to compromise political decisions to please both sides? Let's respect each other and go our own way. In doing so, we'll become better friends and neighbours then we are ever going to be in a forced political marriage.

10. Understanding that NO may lead to changes for worse

Change is going to happen, whether you vote Yes or No. By voting NO for independence, you will have less control over the changes that are going to change, because the government who makes these decisions is still in Westminster. A No vote will be seen as an act of 'no confidence' in the current Scottish Government. A No vote may also be used by the UK government to withdraw powers from the Scottish Government.
So by voting NO, not only will things be changing, things might be changing for worse.

For those who say NO:

1. Believing England and Scotland are better off together

After countless of struggles, wars and disagreements between England and Scotland, both countries have finally been united since 1707 under the Acts of Union. Before that the two countries had already shared a monarch since the Union of the Crowns in 1603, when King James VI of Scotland inherited the English throne. Yes, there are cultural differences and different political views, but it's in the interests of both countries to be kept united under 1 government.

2. Unsure about the future after Independence

Some people are scared how an Independent Scotland will change their day to day lives. Yes, things may improve and become better, but the change itself feels overwhelming and daunting. The YES campaign cannot provide any guarantees. However you are aware that change is probably also going to happen with a NO vote and the current powers of the Scottish Parliament may be taken away.

3. Doubtful about benefits for yourself as individual

Some people are not sure what they would benefit from it personally. Although experts supporting the Yes Campaign claim that Independence will create more jobs, be better for Pensioners, people with children and people in need of better Healthcare, some voters are still not sure if it would improve things for them as an individual.

4. Doubtful about supporting the EU

You believe the EU doesn't seem to be beneficial for the UK. The UK may decide to withdraw from the EU altogether. The UK would become independent of the EU again. You are under the impression that the UK pays more into the EU than it gets back, without anything in return.

5. Thinking that Scotland cannot make it alone

You believe Scotland cannot make it on its own. We just have over 5 million people and a large land mass. However did you know that other countries with the same population or land mass have been going independent in Europe are thriving? Especially the countries using the 'Scandinavian model'.

6. Leaving Responsibilities at Westminster

You don't believe Scotland should have more powers or you trust the Westminster's politicians to give Scotland more powers in the future.You're willing to take the risk however that powers could be stripped away in the future and funding could be decreased.

7. Happy with choices of government at Westminster

You are happy with a Tory Government or perhaps even a future UKIP Government at Westminster. You believe that the choices made by the UK Government in the past have been in the interest of Scotland.

8. Scotland costs more than it generates

Does Scotland cost more than it generates? The UK Government is making everyone believe that Scottish people are financially worse off after independence. If this is true, why are they desperate to keep Scotland in the union even if it costs them so much money? They probably don't mind to financially support Scotland well into the future -or- the UK government isn't totally honest about it.

9. Sharing Scottish Oil resources benefits us all

The vast income and revenue from oil in the Scottish part of the North Sea is too much to spend for a small country like Scotland. You find it fair to share these vast resources with the rest of the United Kingdom and benefit both from the wealth and revenue.

10. Believing in building Nuclear Weapons

For some the world seems more threatening every day. You may find it true that by building Nuclear Weapons we are more able to protect ourselves against our enemies. An independent Scotland would disarm Nuclear Weapons and spend most of its Defense budget on helping people in need, keep providing free education and support childcare.

With everything explained, would these Yes or No mean a lot? 


















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