What of Scottish independence?

Question

Could Scotland really go the route of Denmark and Norway and create a huge petroleum fund for its small population to give them all socialized healthcare and unemployment, etc.? What's the downside?

Answer 1

So what say you Wallace? Will you lead us to victory for our independence over those British dogs?
Does Scotland really have enough sustainable oil reserves for such a bold move?
There is not much of a global market for bridies and haggis if the petroleum reserves run out.

Answer 2

The downside is that Scottish natural resources are already running out. They'll be pretty much gone in 15 years, if not sooner.