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The current situation is that the UK, not Scotland, owns the oil fields. A maritime boundary would need to be drawn and negotiated. If Westminster really wanted
by petesergeant 4y ago
The current situation is that the UK, not Scotland, owns the oil fields. A maritime boundary would need to be drawn and negotiated. If Westminster really wanted to stick the boot in, they could offer Shetland a vote on becoming a Crown Dependency first.
- mvc 4y agoThe fact that Westminster can if it chooses to "stick the boot in", together with the possibility that it might, is evidence enough IMO to support independence. The trust has gone. I want us ruling our own affairs.
- petesergeant 4y agoWould you support Shetland independence, even if it meant Scotland losing most of its oil revenue?
- mvc 4y agoThe oil revenue is a short-term concern. In 30 years, hopefully there's zero oil revenue. But what happens in the meantime is important. I have zero faith that a UK government will invest in alternatives that will generate wealth for people living in Scotland.