@CaffeineKing: If Trident Base is the UK's only nuclear deterrent facility, I find it more likely that they will find a way to rent the land and facility from Scotland. If Scotland does vote for independence, then they have much bigger worries for the short term, at least, than having a nuclear base. In fact, if the UK and Scotland decided it was a UK base but rented from and was also for the security of Scotland, being neighbors makes this acceptable to the UK probably, it'd be highly likely they both get a nuclear deterrent. I would not be shocked if something like that was worked out if Scotland does vote for independence. In fact, like debt as well, there is likely many such things they'd need to work out if that's how the vote goes. I doubt the UK would deny them their right to secede if that's what the majority want, at this point in time. It may have been different at other times but they are a lot more understanding then 50 years ago.
In fact, if Northern Ireland also wanted to secede (to join the rest of Ireland perhaps?) I think they'd accept it. Eventually. Especially if they can work something out on stuff they need that's currently there.
What I find interesting is that this would have no effect on who the Queen of Scotland is. As long as she's alive Queen Elizabeth II would be Queen of all 4 of the kingdoms. Plus, from what I understand, Scotland likes her as much as the rest of the UK does.
In fact, if Northern Ireland also wanted to secede (to join the rest of Ireland perhaps?) I think they'd accept it. Eventually. Especially if they can work something out on stuff they need that's currently there.
What I find interesting is that this would have no effect on who the Queen of Scotland is. As long as she's alive Queen Elizabeth II would be Queen of all 4 of the kingdoms. Plus, from what I understand, Scotland likes her as much as the rest of the UK does.