Leaders from Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales recently issued a joint statement, indicating a desire to work towards independence from the United Kingdom. The parties spoke of their commitment to their connections through shared goals of building a stronger economy, energy resources and rebuilding a relationship with the EU.

The path to get there will be complex and look different for each country. The Wire’s Shaun Dourado spoke with Dr. Rob Manwaring, associate professor of political science and public policy at Flinders University. Dr. Rob gives an overview of the situation and starts by discussing the significance of this moment.

<p>Leaders from Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales recently issued a joint statement, indicating a desire to work towards independence from the United Kingdom. The parties spoke of their commitment to their connections through shared goals of building a stronger economy, energy resources and rebuilding a relationship with the EU.</p>
<p>The path to get there will be complex and look different for each country. The Wire&rsquo;s Shaun Dourado spoke with Dr. Rob Manwaring, associate professor of political science and public policy at Flinders University. Dr. Rob gives an overview of the situation and starts by discussing the significance of this moment.</p>