Bibliogryphon 9,639 Posted September 18, 2014 It appears the Scottish vote is observed closely by Frisian nationalist. According to Sybren Posthumus, an FNP member who represent the party in the provincial states The FNP does not want to split off from the rest of the Netherlands, but we would like more say. There is a lot of unhappiness in the provincial council about the gulf between The Hague and Friesland.' I love Friesland as much as any part of the Netherlands, but I care little for this kind of politics. This spineless creature knows quite well that Friesland is not like Scotland with respect to natural resources. As far as I'm concerned the Dutch abolish provinces altogether, Friesland included. regards, Hein Have you ever visited Wales? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Magere Hein 1,400 Posted September 18, 2014 Have you ever visited Wales? No. I've heard rumours of it, though. regards, Hein 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bibliogryphon 9,639 Posted September 18, 2014 Have you ever visited Wales? No. I've heard rumours of it, though. regards, Hein I visit Wales every year on holiday and think it is lovely. However the prospect of Wales as an independent country would bring a wry smile to my face. Apologies to any Welsh posters who might disagree with me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Magere Hein 1,400 Posted September 18, 2014 Apologies to any Welsh posters who might disagree with me. Those who do will show it. In song, presumably, possibly in Welsh. regards, Hein Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Paul Bearer 6,130 Posted September 18, 2014 Have you ever visited Wales? No. I've heard rumours of it, though. regards, Hein I visit Wales every year on holiday and think it is lovely. However the prospect of Wales as an independent country would bring a wry smile to my face. Apologies to any Welsh posters who might disagree with me. Hmmmmmmmm! Where do I feature in that? I'm Scottish and live in Wales. I almost wish I had the vote :-( Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
charon 4,943 Posted September 18, 2014 Have you ever visited Wales? No. I've heard rumours of it, though. regards, Hein I visit Wales every year on holiday and think it is lovely. However the prospect of Wales as an independent country would bring a wry smile to my face. Apologies to any Welsh posters who might disagree with me. Scotland is a country, Wales a Principality and Norn a Province........ Anyhoo........ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vaagheid 141 Posted September 18, 2014 It appears the Scottish vote is observed closely by Frisian nationalist. According to Sybren Posthumus, an FNP member who represent the party in the provincial states The FNP does not want to split off from the rest of the Netherlands, but we would like more say. There is a lot of unhappiness in the provincial council about the gulf between The Hague and Friesland.' I love Friesland as much as any part of the Netherlands, but I care little for this kind of politics. This spineless creature knows quite well that Friesland is not like Scotland with respect to natural resources. As far as I'm concerned the Dutch abolish provinces altogether, Friesland included. regards, Hein In all honosty i always feel that the Frysian seperatist movement is such a small majority of the province (otherwise it would be much easier to find any news about it on the internet) and nowhere near comparable with the separatist movements in Belgium, Spain, Italy and the U.K. I found a radioclip from 2008 after the independence of Kosovo and the NOS reporter asked the leader of the biggest Frisian party of this could lead to an independent Friesland and he said of course not because it was unrealistic and inpractical to seperate from the Netherlands... if the leader of the biggest Frysian party said that back in 2008, i high doubt opinions changed that much about it since then and that it really is such a big thing there... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
the_engineer 1,415 Posted September 18, 2014 I think it will be a No . As a Englishman I hope to continue to share these islands and nationality with the scots. But good luck either way!! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sean 6,360 Posted September 18, 2014 I wonder what will happen if other major breaking news could diminish the significance of the referendum.I can only think that a terrorist attack or the Queen Prime Minister or Obama would do this.Can anyone think of any other scenarios that would drastically squeeze the coverage of the referendum? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tempus Fugit 214 Posted September 18, 2014 I wonder what will happen if other major breaking news could diminish the significance of the referendum.I can only think that a terrorist attack or the Queen Prime Minister or Obama would do this.Can anyone think of any other scenarios that would drastically squeeze the coverage of the referendum? It's been over 3 years since I've watched a news broadcast or read a newspaper, so consequently the whole referendum shite has largely passed me by. I find life without 'news' is less stressful. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Davey Jones' Locker 1,324 Posted September 19, 2014 I am sure you have your own resources to track the counting but, if not, ABC Australia are doing live updates here: http://www.abc.net.a...ish-referendum/ It's early days but it looks like the "No" vote has it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sean 6,360 Posted September 19, 2014 only 4 results and it is 3:30 am in England.This is even slower than I had anticipated. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Davey Jones' Locker 1,324 Posted September 19, 2014 only 4 results and it is 3:30 am in England.This is even slower than I had anticipated. Would those outer areas that have come in like Orkney a nd Shetland be considered to have been more likely to vote "No" anyway? I know nothing about Scotland but I would have thought more remote places would be more traditional/Celtic and, hence, more likely to vote for independence. If so, then the Independence campaign is in huge trouble. Alternatively, if it is just the case that Salmond and co concentrated on the big cities, then they may still have a chance. Can a Scot on here enlighten me? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Davey Jones' Locker 1,324 Posted September 19, 2014 Update: The Aussie news is reporting that Inverclyde has voted 'No" and they are considering that a big blow for the "Yes" campaign. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Davey Jones' Locker 1,324 Posted September 19, 2014 Dundee - yes. Dunbartonshire - yes. Renfrewshire - no. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Davey Jones' Locker 1,324 Posted September 19, 2014 Angus votes no when it was expected to go yes and Aberdeen has also voted no, albeit by a huge majority in their case. I'd say it's all over now. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Windsor 2,235 Posted September 19, 2014 Angus votes no when it was expected to go yes and Aberdeen has also voted no, albeit by a huge majority in their case. I'd say it's all over now. It has been said Aberdeenshire looks to be 60-40 for no - Salmond's backyard... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
charon 4,943 Posted September 19, 2014 It's a No. But the second City of the Empire said 'fuck you', It is only the beginning. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
the_engineer 1,415 Posted September 19, 2014 Its looking like a clear NO. I'm glad its over to be honest !! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Davey Jones' Locker 1,324 Posted September 19, 2014 Angus votes no when it was expected to go yes and Aberdeen has also voted no, albeit by a huge majority in their case. I'd say it's all over now. It has been said Aberdeenshire looks to be 60-40 for no - Salmond's backyard... Well that's that, then... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dr. Zorders 1,272 Posted September 19, 2014 I guess this means..... Gordom Brown finally won an election? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
maryportfuncity 10,682 Posted September 19, 2014 I guess this means..... Gordom Brown finally won an election? It might mean he's very visible in the next few months as politicians try and write the new devolved powers legislation and do all the other machinations about sorting out the aftermath, all before the next general election. I'd say he's back in business. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gcreptile 11,055 Posted September 19, 2014 A bit disappointed for all the wrong reasons... but at least it wasn't close. That's good for the country. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CaptainChorizo 1,991 Posted September 19, 2014 I wish this vote went the other way since the Usa just drew the UK in the 2015 Davis Cup World Group Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
