This question has to be addressed obviously to Scots. Is it realistic?

robertson12 - Thanks for your thoughts post 9.

Joe - Yeah, well done diplomat of the week!

CC - If this thread gets any traction, you have no chance of keeping the subject on track! But good luck anyway.

FWIW, no I don't think the SNP are right in seeking Independance, I think they could lose more than they gain. Personally, I wouldn't be sorry to see them go - see post 11 for reasons why - LoL

'An independent Scotland would clearly be economically viable. But whether Scotland, the remainder of the UK - or both - would be better off after separation is much less certain.

ptholden - Aye, see where you are coming from :O)

dreamcatcher - - I am English and have lived in Aberdeen for 11 years, I also think an independant Scotland would be economically viable. But I also think if it aint broke (the union) then why fix it. Guess I am biased, or selfish, not sure.

CC living in Scotland for a long time (11 years) what sort of talk do you hear from the
people. Thanks CC.

dreamcatcher - I like my nose the shape it is mate, so I certainly would not bring the subject up in certain areas of the city. However the people I work with and friends I know I would say are not sure, especially about Mr Salmond. That's why I asked the question.

Thanks Chris.

I guess they will claim this as well :-)

Loch Lomond national park approves gold mine plan

Knowing the Scots, it has been loaded for English investors.

8-)