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Scotland will not reapply to EU from outside: Salmond

Negotiations on Scotland’s position in Europe will take place from within the EU after a referendum on independence next year, said First Minister Alex Salmond.

Scotland seeks legal advice on EU status as independent nation

Scotland has formally asked for legal advice on its position in the European Union if it votes for independence from Britain in its 2014 referendum, the government said yesterday (23 October). 

Scottish referendum to clash with European elections

Scotland and the UK signed an agreement yesterday (15 October) opening the way for a referendum on independence in the autumn 2014, after the European elections. But if Scots vote for independence, they would be out of the EU, at least until they renegotiate membership.