Europe is a hotbed of controversy these days. With economic instability running rampant, many deep seated grievances are spilling forth. From Spain to Belgium to Scotland, independence movements are coming out of the wood-works, using the uncertainty of the times to shovel coal into the furnaces of change.
As their steam gains, their presiding countries seek to quench their momentum. One such effort comes from the British government in its attempt to dissuade Scotland from seceding. In a new study published by two experts on international law, the British government claims that Scotland would have to apply for European Union membership as a new nation, while the UK would be considered a continuing nation. Were this to be true, Scotland would almost certainly have to adopt the euro upon gaining membership, an unpopular option in the country at this time.
I actually find England's study to be rather logically coherent. However, law often defies logic, and until further studies from much more independent, unbiased sources come out, I will have to reserve judgement on this matter. Scotland's deputy first minister does an apt job of pointing out that the true test for Scotland's independence will occur around the negotiating table. The laws of the European Union have not had much, if any, opportunity to be utilized in these regards, so to assume that their governing boards would hold steadfastly to such laws would be logically fallible to the highest degree. What I see here is an attempt by the UK to scare Scots into picking the safe option, sticking with the UK despite their vast disagreements in the political realm.
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