With her speech to the Scottish Parliament last week, First Minister Nicola Sturgeon set out an approach to a potential second independence referendum in the next two years.She included major caveats, not least Brexit going ahead and Westminster approving a section 30 order. If there was an independence referendum in the next two years, let’s say by the end of 2020, and if … [Read more...] about Independent Scotland in EU: timing and challenges
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Euro at 20: time for reform
Often written off, its imminent demise repeatedly proclaimed, the euro quietly celebrated its 20th birthday on January 1.It's an event that went virtually unnoticed in Brexit-obsessed Britain where its role (and future) is normally derided. As our currency, the euro has become an integral part of everyday life and it makes it easier for us to trade, travel, study, … [Read more...] about Euro at 20: time for reform