The potential impact of Scottish independence on the value of the British pound is a topic of concern. An article from The National highlights the disproportionate distribution of natural resources between Scotland and the rest of the UK. Despite having only 8% of the UK's population, Scotland provides 57% of the UK's value in products derived from nature. This significant contribution from Scotland plays a role in the strength of the British pound. The article also mentions the negative effects of the Barnett formula on Scotland's economy. The formula, which determines the block grant from the UK Treasury to Scotland, is seen as crippling Scotland's economy. Additionally, the declining population in Scotland compared to England's and the need for more immigrants in Scotland are discussed. The UK Treasury is accused of relying on Scotland's resources to fund the infrastructure needs of the rapidly expanding population in the south of England. Unionist politicians view supporters of Scottish independence as extremists. The article suggests that the expansion of the Scottish Secretary's real estate could be seen as an increase in anti-independence intelligence gathering and calls for appropriate defense mechanisms. It concludes by mentioning that commenting on The National's articles is now only available to subscribers due to abusive comments from trolls [ee1be8a9].