Defence fears over independent Scotland 11.01.12

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Published on January 12, 2012 11:06:48 AM ● Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9fXpq9V41Iw

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The question of Scottish independence has turned into a huge constitutional row today, with defence one of the key issues still to be addressed. Scotland's First Minister, Alex Salmond, claims he can hold a vote on independence in 2014, but the UK Coalition insists it has to authorise a legally-binding ballot.

Former Liberal Democrat leader Sir Menzies Campbell, whose constituency includes RAF Leuchars, says the SNP still has not explained how the forces would function in an independent Scotland. In an interview with Kate Gerbeau, he said there were too many unanswered questions that need to be addressed before any referendum.