If you are following the evolution of the various independence movements in Europe (Scotland, Catalonia, Flanders, etc.), there is a Reuters article on Yahoo News you'll want to read. It concerns Scotland's efforts to separate from the United Kingdom.
The interesting issue is whether Scottish separatists can convince 50.1% of Scots to sign onto their cause. Britain becomes a much less united Kingdom without Scotland.
Go here to see a Financial Times story about Flanders independence advocates winning local elections in northern Belgium, and using their wins to argue for more independence.
