Scotland

Someone needs to explain to me why Scotland would be denied entry into the EU.

Remember, I'm American, so you'll need to be somewhat specific

Scotland is like the Appalachians of the UK.

too cucks even for juncker

Haggis.

They probably wouldn't, but it would be economic suicide for them to leave the UK since the oil price is so low. Scotland is massively subsidised by England through progressive taxation.

They have nothing to offer.

Several of the EU nation states have problems with separatist movement, accepting a separated Scotland would say to them "Well see Scotland did it and they're now part of the EU, you can do it too."

Firstly Scotland wont be allowed anothere referendum from UK. they had one already.

Secondly Scotland will not meet the economic criteria while the oil price is $48pb. It needs to be $150pb. Remember extraction cost is $80pb and rising. It might not be high enough for another 10 or 15 years.

Thirdly, it is unlikely that Spain and Belgium will support Scotlands fast-track into the EU, even if the economy was good, due to Catalonia, Basque country, and Flanders issues.

Firstly, there are many separatist movements on the continent. notably Spain, France and Belgium, They would not want to encourage these groups to believe they can also secede and gain EU membership.

Secondly, an independent Scotland would certainly be a net recipent of EU funding given its lack of industry, low price of oil and a high welfare bill. Given that the UK just blew a £9b hole in the EU budget they will not be keen on bringing Greece 2.0 into the fold for the next 20 years assuming the EU lasts that long.

Easy
massive debts and a loss making oil industry.