President Trump has warned Scotland not to make a bid for independence, arguing that it would be “terrible” decision — in part, it seems, because he believes that it would stop the Open golf championship being played north of the border. Mr Trump also lamented the use of the term “UK”, saying: “You don’t hear the word ‘Britain’ any more. It’s like, nope.” He made the remarks in an interview with The Wall Street Journal a week ago and last night the transcript was published by the Politico website. At one point Mr Trump asked: “Is Scotland going to go for the vote . They just went through hell.” He added: “One little thing, what would they do with…

Source: The Times August 01, 2017 23:37 UTC