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Posted on 12/09/14 08:43:23 AM |
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Steve Caplin
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Challenge 522: Welcome to Scotland?
On 18 September, the people of Scotland will go to the polls to decide if the territory remains part of the United Kingdom, or splits away to become a wholly independent country. It's a major political event, which will have far-reaching consequences for both countries. If the vote is for independence, how might the people of Scotland change their border with England? Will they still welcome visitors in the same friendly way, or can we expect more of a border presence? Show me a glimpse into a possible future. High res is here, thanks to David P on Wikimedia Commons.  |
Posted on 12/09/14 1:07:52 PM |
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srawland
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Re: Challenge 522: Welcome to Scotland?
Oh yes, I heard about this yesterday on the radio. What happens if Wales decides to split off too? You won't be able to call yourselves the United Kingdom anymore. What a development! -Sara _________________ I'm still learning. |
Posted on 12/09/14 2:43:12 PM |
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GKB
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Be careful what you ask for .... you might get it!  _________________ It only seems impossible. |
Posted on 12/09/14 4:46:30 PM |
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TheBlueJam
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Ha ha ha. Yes, they will be very silly. In our industry (plumbing, heating, bathrooms) there are huge manufacturer's making plans to move to England if the 'YES' vote wins. RBS have already stated that they'll move to England. I can't help but think that this is all a little bit 'agitational propaganda' given that there is so much more pressing issues in the world. Anyways, really like your ps work x |
Posted on 12/09/14 4:49:44 PM |
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TheBlueJam
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Challenge 522: Welcome to Scotland?
How apt! May as well just deep fry it... only joke. Food for thought (pun intended). Thanks Steven. I'm taking a break from web this weekend. In much need of a PS fix. Jane-Ann x |
Posted on 12/09/14 4:58:58 PM |
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TheBlueJam
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Wales and England are close. Cheshire (where I'm from) has always had a good relationship with North Wales and I know London has close bonds with Wales in general. Can't see that happening. The majority of business owners in England really aren't concerned. The business owners in Scotland are. Most of the people voting 'yes' don't really know the repercussions it will have for them. England are at a win win as we know what happened with ROI going into the Euro. I, personally, think they'll be silly to go independent as it really won't affect us nor the rest of the world. x |
Posted on 12/09/14 6:44:55 PM |
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Ant Snell
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Posted on 13/09/14 00:20:45 AM |
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ahmedalij
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Posted on 13/09/14 06:02:40 AM |
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sciteach
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Posted on 13/09/14 10:07:18 AM |
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vibeke
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This is not indicative of the way I feel about the upcoming poll. _________________ Perfect confidence is granted to the less talented as a consolation prize. |
Posted on 13/09/14 1:39:32 PM |
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Frank
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Posted on 14/09/14 3:36:17 PM |
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Ben Mills
Luminous Luminary Posts: 570 Reply  |
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Many years ago Hadrian had a really neat idea to keep the barbarians in their place....  |
Posted on 14/09/14 9:53:53 PM |
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srawland
Pixel Perfectionist Posts: 885 Reply |
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I sense there is some controversy surrounding this issue and I don't want to be seen taking sides. It's none of my business, and I will remain, like Switzerland, neutral. However, Steve did challenge us to submit an entry envisioning a post-split world. This is more a reflection of our dangerous, terrorist-afflicted times than on Scotland's hospitality. And once again, I am forced into a rush job as I will not have time this week to work on this any more.  _________________ I'm still learning. |
Posted on 14/09/14 10:49:34 PM |
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brewell
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Scottish border guard  _________________ Onward and upward! Excelsior! |
Posted on 15/09/14 12:56:56 PM |
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josephine harvatt
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hahaha! Love the tartan tarmacadam! _________________ I'm not really bad - I just draw that way |
Posted on 15/09/14 4:39:41 PM |
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josephine harvatt
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Don't forget to write ...  _________________ I'm not really bad - I just draw that way |
Posted on 15/09/14 4:40:53 PM |
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josephine harvatt
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Have to say that was NOT what I expected to see when I googled "happy scotsmen" !  _________________ I'm not really bad - I just draw that way |
Posted on 15/09/14 11:36:32 PM |
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brewell
Pixel Pentagrammarian Posts: 752 Reply |
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Not half as surprised as I was when I looked up "caber." _________________ Is it necessary? Does it work? |
Posted on 16/09/14 03:00:50 AM |
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michael sinclair
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The Scottish Monster! 
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Posted on 16/09/14 07:55:46 AM |
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tooquilos
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http://vimeo.com/106254806 Looking forward to seeing the results of this poll. Hope the Scottish people end up with the best outcome for them. Bruce I roared with laughter after seeing your caber guy!! Well thought of  _________________ Dorothy: Toto, I've a feeling we're not in Kansas anymore |
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