The results of the referendum became clear on Friday at approx. 7 am Polish time, when it was announced that the Fife constituency won by a large margin opponents of independence. Shortly previously reported results from large cities. Glasgow were in favor of independence, but Edinburgh and Aberdeen – Scotland for remaining in the United Kingdom.
Premier In . Kingdom David Cameron, who strongly urged the Scots to remain, like other British politicians, announced the granting of greater powers Scotland and Wales and Northern Ireland. declared that the draft laws granting new powers to Scotland will be published to January. In discussions on this topic will include representatives of the Scottish National Party (SNP), who were the main supporters of independence. He assured that the Scottish referendum, now wants to “constitutional sustainable solutions” for the whole Great Britain.
Premier Scotland and leader of the Scottish National Party (SNP) Alex Salmond, the great advocate of independence, today announced the resignation of both the function of the government and the party. – For me, as the leader of my time is almost over, but for Scotland campaign continues and the dream will never die – said in Edinburgh.
When this morning announced the result of the referendum, Salmond said – accept the choice of Scotland, which this time decided not to opt for independence. I accept the will of the people, and I urge all Scots to accept the democratic choice.
Result Scottish referendum welcomed institutions EU. European Commission President Jose Manuel Barroso said that the decision of Scots to maintain the unity of the United Kingdom is “a good result for a united, open and stronger Europe.” He added that the EC also enjoys the fact that “for many past years the Scottish Government and the Scottish nation many times affirmed its commitment to Europe.”
Barroso assured that the Commission will continue to engage in dialogue with the Scottish Government in areas that are within its competence, and are important for the future of Scotland.
Satisfaction with Scotland to remain in the United Kingdom expressed the leaders of the two largest factions in the European Parliament – the Christian Democrats and the Social Democrats.
Head of the European People’s Party faction Manfred Weber stressed that Scottish voters showed that prefer stability within the UK and within the EU. The leader of the Socialists and Democrats Gianni Pittella said that “extremely pleased with the decision of the Scottish nation to remain part of the great and historic families – Great Britain”. He stressed that “being in the EU Scotland can better represent their interests, than if a small independent state had to meet global challenges.”
NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen expressed his belief that the United Kingdom will continue to play a major role in maintaining the strength of the Alliance. The United States and other NATO member states, expressed concern that the disintegration of the United Kingdom, whose nuclear arsenal is located in Scotland, would mean weakening an important ally.
President Barack Obama welcomed the decision to stay part of Britain, Scotland. – We have no closer ally than the United Kingdom and we want to continue to sustain our strong and special relationship with all the inhabitants of Great Britain and Northern Ireland at a time when we respond to the challenges facing the world – said Obama.
The head of German diplomacy Frank-Walter Steinmeier said – Outcome of the vote is clear: people want a strong Scotland within a strong United Kingdom. I think it is a good decision for Scotland, the UK and also for Europe.
Italian Prime Minister Matteo Renzi in a letter to the head of the British government Cameron stressed that the European Union certainly will benefit from the renewed commitment of the United Kingdom to strengthen our joint action in order to provide our citizens with concrete answers to their legitimate demands of economic development.
Catalans, who Scottish referendum watched with particular care, emphasize that their ambitions for independence remain valid. The head of the autonomous Catalan government, Artur Mas said that despite the opposition expressed by the Scots against independence, activities for the independence of Catalonia from Spain will continue. Catalans want to organize their own November 9 referendum on independence, despite the opposition of the central government in Madrid.
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Reactions of the world after the referendum in Scotland – Onet.pl
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