This discussion is now closed.
Check out other Related discussions
- MA English Literature at St Andrews
- Introducing an Eelam flag emoticon on TSR
- Cambridge CS chances
- Modern Studies Higher
- Edinburgh vs Durham
- St Andrews 5 year VS England 4 year degrees
- how to study for national 5 English
- Calling All Scottish Students!!
- Realistically, do I have a shot of getting into vet med?
- Dentistry Backups?
- I've found St Andrews to be a racist university
- Should I do a nursing college course in S5?
- dentistry
- missing school
- PhD Funding Scottish History/Museums
- Humza Yousaf: I won't resign and I'll fight and win no-confidence votes
- I feel like dropping out sometimes
- University Admissions Advice
- Is it bad that I DON'T want to be an 'independent woman'?
- Official University of Glasgow Offer Holders Thread for 2024 entry
Is Scottish independence a 'good or bad' thing?
Scroll to see replies
So with the upcoming vote on independence in Scotland there is a lot of conflicting opinions on the subject. If someone chooses to answer this question plus only use facts instead of what you think or hope. Thank you.
The question is will UK visas be valid in an independent Scotland. I'm asking for Non-EU members, EU members, and EEA members. I can't seem to get in contact with the UKI I think it is now and the international student advisor doesn't seem to understand that n independent Scotland is no longer apart of the UK to give me any type of reasonable answer. Any thoughts
The question is will UK visas be valid in an independent Scotland. I'm asking for Non-EU members, EU members, and EEA members. I can't seem to get in contact with the UKI I think it is now and the international student advisor doesn't seem to understand that n independent Scotland is no longer apart of the UK to give me any type of reasonable answer. Any thoughts
If you were in Scotland on a UK visa at the time of independence your visa would be valid until it runs out, as Scotland was in the UK at the time you got it.
After it ran out, or if you arrived after independence, you would need to apply for a Scottish visa under Scotland's immigration rules whatever they are at the time.
After it ran out, or if you arrived after independence, you would need to apply for a Scottish visa under Scotland's immigration rules whatever they are at the time.
Original post by Tcovington
So with the upcoming vote on independence in Scotland there is a lot of conflicting opinions on the subject. If someone chooses to answer this question plus only use facts instead of what you think or hope. Thank you.
The question is will UK visas be valid in an independent Scotland. I'm asking for Non-EU members, EU members, and EEA members. I can't seem to get in contact with the UKI I think it is now and the international student advisor doesn't seem to understand that n independent Scotland is no longer apart of the UK to give me any type of reasonable answer. Any thoughts
The question is will UK visas be valid in an independent Scotland. I'm asking for Non-EU members, EU members, and EEA members. I can't seem to get in contact with the UKI I think it is now and the international student advisor doesn't seem to understand that n independent Scotland is no longer apart of the UK to give me any type of reasonable answer. Any thoughts
The answer is 'nobody knows.'
Surely they would be considered as valid, even just to avoid the mess that would result from invalidating all of them at once. Anyways, nobody really knows what would happen once they expire or for new visas (or for EU, EEA members).
The fact is no one knows because these things will only be worked out if Scotland actually does vote for independence.
I wouldn't worry about it and just continue as normal. There's so many things that would be affected by Scottish independence, you can't put everything on hold in case it goes ahead.
I wouldn't worry about it and just continue as normal. There's so many things that would be affected by Scottish independence, you can't put everything on hold in case it goes ahead.
New poll from YouGov/Channel4 out today:
YES - 37%
NO - 51%
D/K - 12%
http://www.channel4.com/news/scotland-independence-85-per-cent-no-vote-poll-exclusive
YES - 37%
NO - 51%
D/K - 12%
http://www.channel4.com/news/scotland-independence-85-per-cent-no-vote-poll-exclusive
Original post by flugelr
New poll from YouGov/Channel4 out today:
YES - 37%
NO - 51%
D/K - 12%
http://www.channel4.com/news/scotland-independence-85-per-cent-no-vote-poll-exclusive
YES - 37%
NO - 51%
D/K - 12%
http://www.channel4.com/news/scotland-independence-85-per-cent-no-vote-poll-exclusive
Curious as to why this is giving such a decisive result compared to other polls.
Posted from TSR Mobile
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-scotland-politics-27247870
The truth over iScotland's likely credit rating is out. I wonder how long it will be before the SNP accuses Moody's of bullying.
The truth over iScotland's likely credit rating is out. I wonder how long it will be before the SNP accuses Moody's of bullying.
Original post by Good bloke
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-scotland-politics-27247870
The truth over iScotland's likely credit rating is out. I wonder how long it will be before the SNP accuses Moody's of bullying.
The truth over iScotland's likely credit rating is out. I wonder how long it will be before the SNP accuses Moody's of bullying.
There's also the SNP MEP saying that Salmond should admit he's got it wrong on the EU.
http://www.libdemvoice.org/trouble-in-paradisesnp-mep-says-leadership-should-admit-they-made-a-mistake-over-independent-scotlands-eu-membership-39589.html
Article in the P&J today about a spat between Labour and the SNP. The SNP want to raid the North East Scotland Pension Fund so they can use the money for other projects. Kinda ironic that they always whinge about not having an oil fund, but where there is a fund they want to divert it for other uses:
https://scontent-b-lhr.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-frc3/t1.0-9/1609939_10152158454984217_2089981457277529372_n.jpg
https://scontent-b-lhr.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-frc3/t1.0-9/1609939_10152158454984217_2089981457277529372_n.jpg
Original post by Midlander
Curious as to why this is giving such a decisive result compared to other polls.
Posted from TSR Mobile
Posted from TSR Mobile
Possibly because YouGov has consistently had NO well ahead.
YouGov has had NO on 52 or 53 in each of their last 7 polls.
Original post by Boab
Possibly because YouGov has consistently had NO well ahead.
YouGov has had NO on 52 or 53 in each of their last 7 polls.
YouGov has had NO on 52 or 53 in each of their last 7 polls.
Are they seeing something the other polls aren't or is their sampling somewhat flawed?
Original post by Midlander
Are they seeing something the other polls aren't or is their sampling somewhat flawed?
No idea. Best to average them all together imho.
A quick browse suggests women are oversampled.
Original post by Boab
No idea. Best to average them all together imho.
A quick browse suggests women are oversampled.
A quick browse suggests women are oversampled.
Would like to know how you actually get polled for these things-I never have been and I don't know anybody who has.
Original post by Boab
Possibly because YouGov has consistently had NO well ahead.
YouGov has had NO on 52 or 53 in each of their last 7 polls.
YouGov has had NO on 52 or 53 in each of their last 7 polls.
Even the SNP polls have the no campaign well ahead.
Original post by Midlander
Would like to know how you actually get polled for these things-I never have been and I don't know anybody who has.
It's normally done randomly using the electoral register or something similar and a phone call from a polling agency.
panelbase do it on line and you register to vote. But that has its own problems as demonstrated here.
http://m.scotsman.com/news/politics/top-stories/panelbase-bans-new-members-from-independence-polls-1-3080830
Original post by MatureStudent36
It's normally done randomly using the electoral register or something similar and a phone call from a polling agency.
panelbase do it on line and you register to vote. But that has its own problems as demonstrated here.
http://m.scotsman.com/news/politics/top-stories/panelbase-bans-new-members-from-independence-polls-1-3080830
panelbase do it on line and you register to vote. But that has its own problems as demonstrated here.
http://m.scotsman.com/news/politics/top-stories/panelbase-bans-new-members-from-independence-polls-1-3080830
I see today that Alex Salmond has been quoted in an interview referring to Scotland as a 'nation of drunks'. Had David Cameron said this he would be crucified but I expect Salmond to get off like he usually does.
Original post by Midlander
I see today that Alex Salmond has been quoted in an interview referring to Scotland as a 'nation of drunks'. Had David Cameron said this he would be crucified but I expect Salmond to get off like he usually does.
Haven't you heard, it's all westminsters fault.
No ownership. No responsibility.
Original post by MatureStudent36
Yet ironically wit further devolution already happening, the SNP have removed many powers from councils and centralised power at Holyrood.
Funny that. Didn't we have a devolved government set up a few years ago.
The opposite of what you've said is actually the case.
Funny that. Didn't we have a devolved government set up a few years ago.
The opposite of what you've said is actually the case.
And councils haven't devolved power down power either.
This was a key theame at the 'bigindydebate' last night in Glasgow. But still circles down to whether you agree with the current administrations or not, at least they have the ability to decentralise power on those matters. On tax and a third of public spending (aka welfare) Scotland currently doesn't have the power to either manage centrally, nor localise power.
Original post by Good bloke
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-scotland-politics-27247870
The truth over iScotland's likely credit rating is out. I wonder how long it will be before the SNP accuses Moody's of bullying.
The truth over iScotland's likely credit rating is out. I wonder how long it will be before the SNP accuses Moody's of bullying.
tbh I think this will work in the Yes campaigns favour.
They rated Scotland as an A.
To the man on the street thats pretty darn good. Credit Rated A.
Hell the whole UK is only Aa1.
Most people won't even know what the current UK rating is, let alone there are sub ratings.
Also it blows a bit of a hole in the BT arguement that Scotland would have 'no' credit rating. Its ahead of Russia and a miniture smidge behind China and Belgium.
Related discussions
- MA English Literature at St Andrews
- Introducing an Eelam flag emoticon on TSR
- Cambridge CS chances
- Modern Studies Higher
- Edinburgh vs Durham
- St Andrews 5 year VS England 4 year degrees
- how to study for national 5 English
- Calling All Scottish Students!!
- Realistically, do I have a shot of getting into vet med?
- Dentistry Backups?
- I've found St Andrews to be a racist university
- Should I do a nursing college course in S5?
- dentistry
- missing school
- PhD Funding Scottish History/Museums
- Humza Yousaf: I won't resign and I'll fight and win no-confidence votes
- I feel like dropping out sometimes
- University Admissions Advice
- Is it bad that I DON'T want to be an 'independent woman'?
- Official University of Glasgow Offer Holders Thread for 2024 entry
Latest
Trending
Last reply 2 days ago
Even Europe’s far-right firebrands seem to sense Brexit is a disaster- The GuardianLast reply 3 days ago
Why is the political left now censorious and authoritarian??Last reply 5 days ago
Sunak rejects offer of youth mobility scheme between EU and UKLast reply 2 weeks ago
Rayner denies wrongdoing over council house sale amid police reviewLast reply 2 weeks ago
TSR Goes Green: How important will the environment be in this year's election?Last reply 3 weeks ago
TSR Big Discussion #1: What should be top priority to protect the environment?Last reply 3 weeks ago
Where do you stand on the political spectrum (8values)? – Take a quiz here!Last reply 3 weeks ago
2024 UK general election speculation and build-up threadLast reply 3 weeks ago
No progress made on half of UK government’s levelling-up targetsLast reply 3 weeks ago
Trump needs a $464m bond in six days. What if he can't get it?Trending
Last reply 2 days ago
Even Europe’s far-right firebrands seem to sense Brexit is a disaster- The GuardianLast reply 3 days ago
Why is the political left now censorious and authoritarian??Last reply 5 days ago
Sunak rejects offer of youth mobility scheme between EU and UKLast reply 2 weeks ago
Rayner denies wrongdoing over council house sale amid police reviewLast reply 2 weeks ago
TSR Goes Green: How important will the environment be in this year's election?Last reply 3 weeks ago
TSR Big Discussion #1: What should be top priority to protect the environment?Last reply 3 weeks ago
Where do you stand on the political spectrum (8values)? – Take a quiz here!Last reply 3 weeks ago
2024 UK general election speculation and build-up threadLast reply 3 weeks ago
No progress made on half of UK government’s levelling-up targetsLast reply 3 weeks ago
Trump needs a $464m bond in six days. What if he can't get it?
