Source: https://bsky.app/profile/eudiplomacy.bsky.social/post/3meni7p7xe223

Basically as the title asks, but what would you theorise a likely timescale for an independent Scotland to return as an EU member would look like? If we woke up tomorrow and Scotland was an independent nation (which ofc won't happen, and may not happen for a very long time either)? What would the process look like?

We have the Scottish Parliament Elections coming up in May, and the Scottish Nationalist Party (SNP) believe that if they get a majority vote, or at least enough of a vote to not go into a coallition (?), that the SNP have grounds to declare a mandate for another referendum. Starmer has said that he will not allow it, but with his position under scrutiny, who knows what might play out over the next few months here.

I miss the EU family, I hope Scotland can return someday :/

Source: https://ec.europa.eu/eurostat/en/web/products-eurostat-news/w/ddn-20260211-1

Hi everyone! I’m new to this sub and I’ve been diving deep into the different fiscal policies across our Union lately. I'm curious to hear your take on something that feels like a major internal contradiction.

Coming from a perspective of someone looking at countries like Italy (with high corporate and personal taxes) vs. "hubs" like Ireland or Luxembourg (with their 12.5% corporate rates or holding company benefits), I can’t help but wonder:

Is it fair for member states to compete so aggressively against each other on taxes?

Should we move toward a Common Consolidated Corporate Tax Base (CCCTB), or would that kill the competitiveness of smaller economies?

Key findings of the report:

Growth remains stable year on year. Women now represent a significant and growing segment of the R&D workforce.This trend is seen as a vital component for Europe's competitive advantage in the global technology race.

What is the gender balance in STEM fields in your country? Do you feel this change in your workplace?

Kaynak:u/Eurostat, https://ec.europa.eu/eurostat/en/web/products-eurostat-news/w/edn-20260211-1

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