Scotsman cartoon: Independence and the Navy

Admiral Sir George Zambellas has claimed the “very heart” of Britain’s maritime defence forces would be damaged by Scottish independence.
Illustration: Iain GreenIllustration: Iain Green
Illustration: Iain Green

The First Sea Lord insisted the nations that remained in the UK would adapt and cope but said Scotland would feel a “deeper impact” if it broke away.

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