On Scottish Independence becoming more likely than ever

Episode 4 July 20, 2020 00:42:38
On Scottish Independence becoming more likely than ever
Changing The System
On Scottish Independence becoming more likely than ever

Jul 20 2020 | 00:42:38

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Show Notes

The United Kingdom is an interesting construct. Four'nations of equals' forming one state. But for how much longer? In the era of Brexit and Covid-19, the UK breaking up looks more likely than ever. Scotland especially, seems to be first in line to call for an official independence referendum. What's going on up there? And why do young people in particular, feel so passionately about building an independent country? Meet friends Alex and Valentina: two young Scots who firmly believe in a future outside of the UK. Laura Kemp visited them to find out what they want, how they see British identity, and why they view indepenence as the only anwswer.

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