Harsh times ahead for fragile economy

Article Abstract:

The Highlands and Scottish islands face a 1992 economic crisis. Unemployment is above the Scottish average at 11%. Serious job losses in oil, agriculture and fishing are expected. Reduced subsidies from the European Common Agricultural Policy will affect farming especially crofters. Fishing is threatened by cheaper Norwegian imports. Tourism which employs 30,000 people is decreasing. The phasing out of the UK Atomic Energy Authority's Dounreay complex and the US base's withdrawal from the Cowal Peninsula in 1992 will cut further jobs. The area is suffering from a population decrease as youngsters emigrate.

Economic aspects, Unemployment, Recessions, Highlands (Scotland)

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King Franz of Scotland?

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There is still a very contradictory attitude towards the monarchy in Scotland. In a recent telephone poll, 56% of Scots expressed opposition to the monarchy, and Alex Salmond, Scottish National Party leader, claimed in response that the British royal family has been discredited. However, the party is still sticking to the idea that an independent Scotland should retain the royal family as head of state. One solution may be to have a monarch who is limited to a minor role in Scotland and has no connections with the British establishment. A possible candidate would be Prince Franz of Bavaria.

Column, Monarchy

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Edinburgh prepares for two days that cost 6.4 million pounds sterling

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The Edinburgh EC summit in Dec 1992 will bring 4,000 visitors to the city. Extensive security has been planned by all participating countries. The Meadowbank Commonwealth Games sports hall has been transformed into a media centre with 700 work stations, 65 television suites and 10 radio suites. Edinburgh has organised celebratory events including illumination of the historic landmarks. Lux Europae exhibits lasers, neon lights and projections.

Conferences, meetings and seminars, Safety and security measures, European Union. European Commission, Conferences and conventions, Edinburgh, Scotland

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