Cornishman Posted March 25, 2012 Share Posted March 25, 2012 Do you support the creation of a 'Cornish Assembly', giving Cornwall more autonomy? There are several reasons why an autonomous Cornwall would be beneficial to the Cornish and the rest of Britain. 1. Independence will reduce poverty in Cornwall: Cornwall is one of the poorest regions in the UK, at one time eligible for 'Objective One' EU funding. Cornwall's economy is primarily agricultural and tourism based. The current economic environment is not conducive to prosperity in Cornwall – something which is desirable to both the Cornish and British as a prosperous Cornwall will contribute more to the UK. The only way to create a more productive economy in Cornwall is for the local people, who live in and understand the situation in Cornwall, to have more say in how things are run. 2. Independence will improve the management of Cornwall: Cornwall is a long way from Westminster. Decisions made in Westminster do not consider the needs of Cornwall. Funding is misspent in Cornwall as those spending it don't live in the region. Society works best when people have self determination, those who live in a region are best suited to manage it. 3. Independence will allow Cornwall to retain its cultural identity: Cornwall has a distinct culture to England. It has it's own language (albeit extinct), traditions and history. Currently this cultural identity is undermined by England (for example the flying of Cornwall's national flag is restricted) Devolution will allow the Cornish take pride in their identity. I appreciate any input on the above subject, I feel it is one routinely overlooked by the non-Cornish and welcome any discussion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
muddycoffee Posted March 25, 2012 Share Posted March 25, 2012 I like the idea. When the cornish proportion of the national debt is taken on by the cornish instead of the rest of the UK, then we will be slightly better off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miss_S_83 Posted March 25, 2012 Share Posted March 25, 2012 Why just Cornwall then, what about other regions? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Balpin Posted March 25, 2012 Share Posted March 25, 2012 What will be their source of income, Cornish nasties and cream teas? Lets wait and see the disaster that Scotland and Wales will become, without our help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFKvsNixon Posted March 25, 2012 Share Posted March 25, 2012 What will be their source of income, Cornish nasties and cream teas? I'd guess their income would come from Farming, fishing and tourism. The argument rests along the lines that an independent Cornwall would negotiate better quotas and support for their industry than the UK has been able to so far. They may even be able to open some of their tin mines again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rubydazzler Posted March 25, 2012 Share Posted March 25, 2012 No I don't. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
retep Posted March 25, 2012 Share Posted March 25, 2012 I'd guess their income would come from Farming, fishing and tourism. The argument rests along the lines that an independent Cornwall would negotiate better quotas and support for their industry than the UK has been able to so far. They may even be able to open some of their tin mines again. They will need to according to post No. 2 scotland will have to bring back haggis hunting in skirts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forumosaurus Posted March 25, 2012 Share Posted March 25, 2012 Why does every stupid locality think it's important enough to become independent. The only place that would benefit from becoming independent in this state is the City of London, everywhere else should stop feeling so self important and realise they're not as special as they think they are. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tsar Chasm Posted March 25, 2012 Share Posted March 25, 2012 Is this anything to do with having a case of racism rejected by the Human Rights Commission. Are you looking for independence in order to strengthen your case perhaps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andygardener Posted March 25, 2012 Share Posted March 25, 2012 Cornwall....Britains Somalia! Now with defunct tin mines! Go for it. Just stock up on pasties before you do. I fear the future for an independant cornwall may not be a lot of fun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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