Named Building a New Scotland: Citizenship in an independent Scotland, the document explains the process the SNP wants to create for becoming a Scottish citizen in the event of independence. In an arrogant foreword, independence minister Jamie Hepburn talks about "when" Scotland will leave the UK, ignoring the wishes of the majority of voters. Since the European Community became the EU in 1993, 17 countries have held referendums on joining the EU. READ MORE: Humza Yousaf's new 'self-indulgent' Scexit citizenship paper is 'blatant misuse of public money and resources'But Mr Hepburn makes no mention of an EU referendum in his foreword. EU membership is stated throughout the piece, but the SNP government has so far refused to release advice on how long it could take to join the body.

Source: Express July 27, 2023 09:50 UTC