Should the United Kingdom Pull its self out of the EU?
954283
Yes, we should pull out. If we go any further, won't we loose all of our countries individuality? Like our money, would we have to convert to Euro's?, like France, from Francs to Euro's.\nThere must be something that can be done with £4 billion - the Nhs, schools, for example....
954036
They keep trying to. Actually it'd be closer to a semi-autonomous country or region, similar to what Scotland is becoming to the UK. Having more home rule, but still technically part of the Commonwealth.
796808
I am English, and I have lived in both Wales and Scotland in the past.\n\nThere would be substantial problems in achieving independence for England from Scotland, but I think there would be substantial advantages too. For all concerned.\n\nFirstly, from an English point of view if the four countries of the United Kingdom went their separate ways transfers of Westminster funds to subsidise Scotland etc.would cease. And I do not think these subsidies benefit Scotland: on the contrary I think that they lead to dependence on public services. The economic growth of the Republic of Ireland shows how an independent Scotland could prosper through enterprise.\n\nObviously, the electoral arrangements that give Scotland and Wales, but not English regions, democraticly elected assemblies  are grossly unfair. They are made worse by the West Lothian question, ie. Scottish MPs voting on specifically English matters.\n\nYou refer to Latvia and Ireland. More power affecting the UK has been transferred to Europe than the politicans admit, and is largely exercised by  Commissioners of which each country has one and in the Council of Ministers, and its subsidiary mettings of specialist ministers.  This results in countries like Latvia (since you mention Latvia) having preferential treatment compared to areas like South East England of equal or greater size. If Scotland, Wales and perhaps Northern Ireland (that's one of the problems) were independent, we would have four Commissioners or Ministers representing us instead of one. We should have more MEPs too as MEPs are not now elected, as they should be, strictly in proportion to population.\n\nOne reason Westminster fiercely opposes independence for Scotland or England is the vested interest of politicans and civil servants.But to me this is an opportunity. Westminster government has become inefficient and insufficiently democratically responsive. The unprincipled inequalities of democratic arrangements between England and Scotland are just one example of this. Independence between Scotland and England should apart from anything else make us rethink wha government we should really need. And if the Westminster establishment don't want this split I suggest one thing they need to do is reform UK government to be principled, efficient, and genuinely concerned for democracy. I think such reform could improve opportunities for people of talent to rise to the top in politics and the civil service.\n\nFinally, nothing in this response implies any inquality of regard for England  or Scotland generally (as opposed to political cliques from one nation or the other). and I would hope that any split would take place peacefully and in friendship.
655424
Not a lot,I think that we in Great Britain should pull out,\nit's so corrupt it's unbelievable,also it's a gravy train for failed politicians.
1031884
Its just to attract votes from nationalistic people - a british bill of rights.  obviously its rubbish - we have to be signed up to the human rights bill to be a member of europe so any conflict would be immediately overridden.  a bad idea anyway - it would just lead to arguments over interpretation and be inflexible.
965756
Hmmm ... yes and no ....\n\nThe United Kingdom has a large population of muslims, mainly from what was once part of the British Empire ... untold millions from Pakistan for example ... the majority of them are peaceful, but there's no doubt they are on a mission to take over the country ... and with the influx of the Eastern European countries into the European Union, Britain will also have to deal with any number of Romanians, Bulgarians and Polish people ... all out to create a "better life" for themselves ...\n\nIt won't be long before Britain, as we know it, will be but a fond memory, and it's all due to spineless governments who are desperately afraid of not being PC enough ....\n\nWe don't have the same problem in the U.S. YET ... but give it another few years of unhindered illegal immigration, and we'll soon be there ... as another respondent pointed out, it really is only a matter of time ....\n\nAs for the Mexican population being docile ... well, don't know about that ... it's not in their interest and in their religion to murder "infidels", granted ... but they're not above destroying this country with gangs and illegal drug smuggling, not to mention taking over office ... appears to me that what they want to achieve with this mass invasion is not so much to become part of the United States, but rather make the United States a part of Mexico ... give it time, and that will be achieved.  In years to come, you will indeed still be able to live here, and work, as long as you speak Spanish and do the jobs the Mexicans won't do ... :)   The United States will have become a Third World country of course, but nobody seems to be willing to look that far ahead ... \n\nSay goodbye to good quality education, healthcare and a pension ... and if you're a blue collar worker, say goodbye to even having a job ... and if you're not, chances are your job will be outsourced ... \n\nPersonally I think it's sad to see traditional Western cultures go down the drain, but that's inevitable if we continue on the same course ... I think the Canadians had better look out, because it won't be long before sh*t hits the fan up there ... I foresee an influx of disgruntled Americans, followed by another influx of Latinos, who by then will be tired of not being able to cream off the by then non-existent welfare system in the United States, and will look to creaming off the Canadian welfare system ... \n\nBut hey, why worry, main thing is that people can go and live where they like, uncontrolled and unhindered, right?
330681
The world would be a much better place. The US would no longer have those selfcentred presidents, they would speak correctly and we may even get them to write correctly. In fact the US should probably be allowed to vote to rejoin the United Kingdom. They just love the royal family and they all want to come and see the UK.\nBut we need to sort out the taxes before we allowed them back.
1138263
Without Britain, America's staunchest ally in Europe becomes Poland.\n\nIf Britain were to join the EU, America would be up in arms.\n\nAt the UN, Britain regularly sides with the US, and can help convince other countries who don't like America and wouldn't side with America to at least side with Britain.\n\nSo, in terms of strategic diplomacy and global influence, Britain is very beneficial to America.
747433
I think that Scotland and Wales both have their own identity and language and there are probably separatist movements.  Northern Ireland should be returned to Ireland IMHO.
1158134
How what works, the world? I doubt it although they may have united to become the EU there is no sense of common history or common cause. I don't see too much cooperation in the EU.
581909
I think it is stupid for any country to eliminate their standing military forces. There will always be some country out there wanting what some other country has. England of all countries should know that, with the number of wars they have been direct participants in (as either attacker or attackee).
790685
yes all countries should be a republic\nwhy any one wants to be ruled by a king or queen is beyond me.\nlook how much it costs to keep them the are the biggest waste of money ever.\nin england you have a fair idea who will sit in the throne for the next 100 years. do you not think you should decide who is the head of your country.
358508
vote. What a pointless waste of time, get rid of this Head Of State rubbish, you need one democratically elected leader and that's that.  The Yanks do it, and it seems to work for them.  I guess you can tell I'm a Brit who wants a republic, but I wouldn't replace the queen with a president, just keep the role of PM
714849
If Scotland were independent the United Kingdom would cease to exist. However I think the country could survive if certain conditions were in place but there is no hurry, there will be a time when it is right and it is not now, Europe would have to be more united!\n\nI do like the pathetic way English people try to wind us up, if you are not bothered by us why do you keep going on and on about us!  We are only a small wee country next to your big oh so powerful one. The reality is you know nothing about us but we know everything about you. And if you haven't noticed we have already invaded you and are taking over! Fools
476741
There should be an European Union Style community, not totally joining the two countries...
574113
Actually, in addition to Montenegro voting to separate from Serbia, Spain is having issues with separatism in its regions.  The Basque country has long wanted an independent state that would take territory from Spain and France.  Catalonia has recently moved towards greater autonomy, and the other regions jealously want to ensure that they receive similar rights vis a vis the central government.  While the UK is not separating, the devolution movement has been strong there in recent history, and Wales and Scotland will probably continue to push for greater autonomy within the UK framework.  History suggests that change alone is constant.
309789
Personally, I would welcome a more multi-cultural Britain. It might shake some people out of their island mentality.\nI also think that seeing as we have a less than perfect record when it comes to the commonwealth and the empire, the least we can do is accept some responsibility and share some of our wealth and good fortune.