The Nordic countries have a veritable smörgåsbord of
relationships with the European Union, from in to out to somewhere
in between. So, what does that mean for Scotland? Well, somewhere
in this incredible diversity of relationships with Europe is an
arrangement that’s likely to be good for Scotland too –
strangely enough, maybe more than one. Inside or outside the UK,
Scotland wants to keep trade and cultural links with Europe –
that much is clear. But is the EU really the best club in town for
an independent Scotland? Or would Scots benefit from ‘doing a
Norway’ – joining the halfway house of the EEA and keeping the
Single Market but losing the troublesome Common Fisheries and
Agriculture Policies? Would an independent Scotland need the
support and shelter of another union – or could the nation stand
alone like the tiny Faroes or Iceland? These tough questions have
already been faced and resolved by five Nordic nations and their
autonomous territories within the last 40 years. Perhaps there’s
something for Scotland to learn? The unique combination of personal
experience and experts’ insights give this book its hands-on
character: pragmatic and thought-provoking, challenging and
instructive, full of amazing stories and useful comparisons,
enriching the debates about Scotland’s post-Brexit future as a
Nordic neighbour. Scotland’s response to Britain’s divided
Brexit vote has been positively Nordic – Scots expect diversity
and empowerment to be entirely possible – whilst Westminster’s
reaction has been decidedly British. One singer – one song. One
deal for everyone – end of. Lesley Riddoch Of course, the
majority of Nordic nations are eu members. But perhaps the eea is a
closer fit for Scotland? Perhaps, too, a viable halfway house
option would boost support for Scottish independence? Especially
since Holyrood may not automatically retrieve powers from Europe
post Brexit. Paddy Bort
General
Imprint: |
Luath Press Ltd
|
Country of origin: |
United Kingdom |
Release date: |
April 2017 |
Authors: |
Lesley Riddoch
• Eberhard Bort
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Dimensions: |
197 x 136 x 15mm (L x W x T) |
Format: |
Paperback
|
Pages: |
192 |
ISBN-13: |
978-1-912147-00-7 |
Categories: |
Books
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LSN: |
1-912147-00-9 |
Barcode: |
9781912147007 |
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