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BoWSaint

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  1. The Atlantic side of Scotland hasn't been explored because the UK government won't allow it because they want a clear route for Trident to get in and out and they don't want any permanent structures getting in the way. That's why. We are extracting oil from incredible depths just now, regularly up to and exceeding 35000ft (inc water depth plus hole depth). The water depth varies but on the shelf will likely be less than 1000ft which is nothing. I know who would lay claim to it all but certainly Scotland would have a good claim to many blocks. Also if current maritime boundaries are honoured then an independent Scotland would get 90% of current North Sea blocks too. I'm the first to admit that the UK isn't the worst place in the world to live. I have certainly enjoyed many benefits and privileges growing up here, but it is getting worse. The gap between rich and poor is growing and it is not a good trend. You seem to be arguing for better the devil we know.....but there is just as much uncertainty about that devil too. I don't really care too much about the EU and I don't oppose the in/out vote that will likely come after a NO vote. I only point it out as it is one of the biggest campaigning points of the NO campaign, whereas there is no certainty of staying in the EU either way. You never know who you can believe these days. You keep going on about the £12bn deficit but there are similar articles that claim Scotland would have been £8 billion better off if we were independent for the last 5 years... Similarly, to assess if we could actually balance the books, we are being told that Scotland is actually one of the richest countries in the world per head and here are 10 facts that show that Scotland would be a wealthy nation. I've spent enough time on this forum to know that statistics can be skewed so I try not to blindly believe anything I read. But if Scotland is such a drain on England and they are actually bailing us out (whereas others argue that Scotland are a net contributor of tax) then why are they so desperate to keep us? You ask for evidence that something would have been done better in the past or evidence that things will be done better in the future. Obviously this is completely impossible since the future is unknown and history can't be changed so I think this is pretty weak arguments. Unfortunately all we have to go on is the word of politicians who are as bad as each other. One side saying everything is rosy so lets stick with it; the other saying we could tweak stuff and make it better for Scotland. The future is unknown either way, but I don't want to look back in 50 years and regret that we didn't have the balls to make such an important decision out of fear of change. In all honesty, I think for the average person they wouldn't see too much difference in their day to day life after independence but I think that the potential is there for the country as a whole to be better balanced and to reduce the gap between the rich and the poor.
  2. They certainly were, for long periods. I thought it was beginning to get to him a bit as well then he started pulling off some top class saves and shut them up. Dilo did very well today under pressure and I can vompletely understand why Kello is struggling to get his spot back. Well done Chris.
  3. Johnny Hayes should hand over his goal of the season trophy to Greg Wylde. That was an absolute peach today. Great win and some real great individual performances from us. Wish I could make the Killie game.
  4. Since the days of BoW I was a couple years in Toronto, then Tunisia for a year, then Lochwinnoch for a couple of years, then Inverurie for 18 months and now Paris for the foreseeable future. It probably wasn't the best thought out username at the time if I had known where life would take me...but I'm stuck with it now. Ironically enough I am typing this post in Bridge of Weir....heading up to the Alamo soon!
  5. There is water a lot further north of Ireland currently unexplored; we don't need to only look where LS mentioned. I'm all for nuclear power with the advances being made with fusion down at JET and ITER and my only issue with Trident is the proximity to our largest city. But this is the reason that these waters haven't been explored. Either move Trident or scrap trident (who's going to invade Scotland in this day and age?) and there is a potential wealth sitting there. All unknown of course, like many questions. The problem is that questions can't be answered for sure until after a YES vote. Similarly, things are uncertain after a NO vote, including EU membership, tax rates etc. If you are happy with the status quo then fine, vote NO. But a lot of people aren't happy with the status quo. The earlier mention of whether Scotland could have bailed out the banks is laughable. The UK government allowed such a mess in the first place. How did they punish the bankers for crippling the country? Nothing. SImilar thing happened in Iceland at the end of last year and their bankers got slung in jail. The UK government does seem to be a bit of an old boys club with the rich looking after each other and throwing the scraps to the poor. The difference between rich and poor is too large. We are the 4th most unequal country in the developed world. With all the calls for the YES campaign to answer all the questions (despite Cameron repeatedly refusing a debate where they could officially be asked) I would like to see the UK government answer for the current status quo. If the union is so great then why do all the things below exist.....
  6. Got a good wee haul this afternoon despite flight being delayed and will be back in again tomorrow
  7. A government we vote for 100% of the time is better than the 40% you claim we have had! Dafty. The house prices in Aberdeenshire have rocketed due to the energy industry. How do you know how close the rigs would be to the shore if it hasn't been explored. I don't think you can see any from Aberdeen beach, certainly not close enough to spoil views. And LS is correct that most wells are drilled deviated or horizontal these days putting the rigs and platforms miles away. Ofcourse there is always a very slight chance of environmental disaster or worse, an HSE disaster but with the levels of mitigation in place these days the chanced are super slim.
  8. No country has ever voted against independence. Could we be the first?!
  9. My flight gets in at 1pm tomorrow. Should hopefully make it there in time to stock up on hoodies and polo shirts for me and the wee man
  10. The worst estimation of North Sea oil has been by the UK government since the 70s. Wasn't it supposed to have run out by now! And what have we got to show for it? Hee haw. Whereas other countries have set up an oil fund to enrich the country. Now every Norwegian is effectively a millionaire.
  11. A very entertaining viewing if you haven't already seen it. 6 short clips excellently put together to demonstrate the independence debate. Here's the first part. You will find links to the rest at the end.
  12. Scottish votes haven't influenced who got into power since the war. You could take out all Scottish votes and the election winner would be the same. If it is about getting someone in power that Scotland actually votes for then the only way to achieve this is by voting yes in September. The Scottish government have put everything down in the White Paper so it is there in black and white for them to stand by. I really want to see a similar document from the NO campaign stating exactly what will happen in the result of a NO vote. We keep getting the "uncertainty" line from you and other NO activists but nothing is certain after a NO vote, especially EU membership which the Tories are actively trying to remove the UK from. I haven't read through this thread at all, just skimmed the last few pages. I was a firm NO supporter until I started independently reading up on issues instead of being fed whatever info the BBC chose to feed me. I am now fairly convinced that not only could Scotland be an independent country, but they also should.
  13. Ahh, the Daily Mail. The best way to put your mind at rest. Quality journalism full of facts and objective views........
  14. I thought it was a great occassion. Full stand of noisy Buddies before kick off. I got a great video of our rendition of OWTS just before kick off. The 68th minute applause was so well respected by both sets of fans it was spine tingling and a fantastic tribute. By the end of the game I was happy to take a point and it was a better point for us than them. A west end pub crawl after the game followed, until finally being thrown out of Oran Mor for exposing my Saints top to get a picture with Conor Newton at 2am. Overall, I loved it. So much so that I am flying back over from Paris this Friday for the County game too (love easyjet!). Will be bringing my kilt too to honour our departed friend. 3 points and safety please. COYS.
  15. Real sad news. Remember seeing him in high spirits at many a game and never without the kilt etc. A real loss to the st mirren community. May he rest in peace. I'll have a dram for our kilted buddie tonight.
  16. Just about to board the plane at Charles de Gaulle to attend this one. Can't wait. COYS
  17. Fantastic Saints. Never give up. A great scoreline that will continue to haunt Motherwell.
  18. With 19,096 posts it appears that it is you who has nothing better to do! Instead of checking through all 19,096 posts it would be simpler to refer to the title directly under your username which clearly states "moaning face git", a self styled description of the positive little ray of sunshine that you are?
  19. I think the night is a great idea. I am glad you posted it here. I also agree completely with your post about backing the team 100% through thick and thin. I just think you should follow your own advice on the matter. It's not my problem if the truth hurts.
  20. Ironic coming from one of the main moaners on the forum, regularly causing negativity in recent years about the club and its players.
  21. I've kept the quarter-final, semi-final and final tickets on me ever since. I think only 200 odd folk made it to the quarter final at Pittodrie so this trio of tickets must be fairly rare. Will be getting kept as a family heirloom!
  22. Any chance of a wee sideboard upload for us FFFs?
  23. Looks great. Well done to everyone involved in doing this.
  24. Yeh I had a 4-1 away win at Airdrie in mind too. I thought it was around the 2002-2003 era give or take a season. I seem yo remember a cracking free kick, maybe by Richard Britain?
  25. Celtic 4-0. Dorman double, Thomson double. Or does that not count cos they had a shit manager?
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