Originally posted by RedmikeWhat are the two policies that are going to be debated?
It isn't remotely a priority for the SSP, and probably originates from a journalist picking up an off-the-cuff remark.
We don't have any sort of formal policy on replacing the flag.
Its no coincidence thugh that the press are running with this story at a time when 2 of our key policy initiatives are about to be debated in the Scottish Parliament.
...[text shortened]... a diversion, to draw attention away from serious, sensible policies we are actively promoting.
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Originally posted by Redmikei do not believe for one second that Tommy Sheridan, man of the people, would even consider a move.
It isn't remotely a priority for the SSP, and probably originates from a journalist picking up an off-the-cuff remark.
We don't have any sort of formal policy on replacing the flag.
Its no coincidence thugh that the press are running with this story at a time when 2 of our key policy initiatives are about to be debated in the Scottish Parliament.
...[text shortened]... a diversion, to draw attention away from serious, sensible policies we are actively promoting.
Do you know how hard it would be to peel off my bumper sticker😕
We'll keep our flag, thank you very much. there would be no blue in the union jack, or the stars and stripes, without the saltire
Originally posted by shavixmirThe bill to abolish prescription charges is being debated tomorrow, and there's a reasonable chance this will get through - depends on some labour libdem people voting against the executive though.
What are the two policies that are going to be debated?
Then, next week is the debate on our local income tax plans - replacing the current means of funding local government (the council tax). We're trying to replace the current system which is linked to the value of your house to a system based on your income (with an increasing rate for high earners, of course).
We had 6 key policies we put forward, and its just a coincidence 2 are up for debate within weeks.
Originally posted by huckleberryhoundI'm not bothered that much about the Scottish flag, but I would like to see the blue removed from the butcher's apron (union jack).
i do not believe for one second that Tommy Sheridan, man of the people, would even consider a move.
Do you know how hard it would be to peel off my bumper sticker😕
We'll keep our flag, thank you very much. there would be no blue in the union jack, or the stars and stripes, without the saltire
Originally posted by VargOnce Scotland is out of the UK, then I guess it is up to the rest of you whether you keep the union jack as it is, or change it to reflect the absence of Scotland. Not that big a deal, really, in the grand scheme of things.
It would look silly without the blue.
Maybe the Welsh should be taken into account for the union flag?
We'll have what's left of the oil, we'll have the banks and what's left of the industry.
You can have the nuclear missile bases and do what you like with your flag.
Oh, and you can keep Gordon Brown.
Originally posted by VargTell you what, when we're independent, we'll make a special case of Blair.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tony_blair
"Blair was born in Edinburgh, Scotland, the second son of Leo Blair and his wife Hazel (née Corscadden)."
Haha - please take him back when you get independance.
He can apply for asylum in Scotland.
We'll use the old (current) rules though.
i've always wondered. what does an independent scotland really mean? that is to say, why would we want it?!?
also-i like our flag. i mean, it's our flag. it's not just an "outdated christian symbol", but a scottish symbol. plus, the king of the picts saw it in the sky before a battle and after they won the battle he took it as the flag...
Originally posted by geniusNot to mention Mel Gibson as William Wallace painting it on his face!
i've always wondered. what does an independent scotland really mean? that is to say, why would we want it?!?
also-i like our flag. i mean, it's our flag. it's not just an "outdated christian symbol", but a scottish symbol. plus, the king of the picts saw it in the sky before a battle and after they won the battle he took it as the flag...
Originally posted by geniusAn independent Scotland would mean a Scotland run by the people of Scotland, not by the UK government.
i've always wondered. what does an independent scotland really mean? that is to say, why would we want it?!?
also-i like our flag. i mean, it's our flag. it's not just an "outdated christian symbol", but a scottish symbol. plus, the king of the picts saw it in the sky before a battle and after they won the battle he took it as the flag...
There are all sorts of different reasons why people would want it. Some for romantic notions about past battles and such nonsense.
Personally, I think it is a question of democracy.
In terms of the flag, I'm not that bothered. I suppose it is just as well the legendary king didn't see a seagull crapping before the battle though.
I think there is a debate to be had about whether we should have a new flag, but I don't think it is a priority.
Originally posted by RedmikeI fear it's just going to be a case of: "Meet the new boss....same as the old boss..."
An independent Scotland would mean a Scotland run by the people of Scotland, not by the UK government.
There are all sorts of different reasons why people would want it. Some for romantic notions about past battles and such nonsense.
Personally, I think it is a question of democracy.
In terms of the flag, I'm not that bothered. I suppose it is just ...[text shortened]... debate to be had about whether we should have a new flag, but I don't think it is a priority.