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?
