Scotland is the northernmost of the four countries that make up the United Kingdom. Together with England and Wales, it is part of the island of Great Britain, covering one third of its total area; It also consists of more than 790 islands, of which about 40 are inhabited.
Scotland is bordered to the north by the Arctic Ocean, to the east by the North Sea, to the south by England and to the west by the Atlantic Ocean. The Scottish territory is dominated by mountains, with Mount Ben Nevis, 1,344 meters high, as the highest point. There are also a large number of lakes, rivers and forests. Scotland's climate is temperate, with cool summers and cold winters. Precipitation is abundant, especially in mountainous areas.
Scotland's history dates back to the Stone Age. The country has been ruled by a succession of peoples and dynasties, including the Celts, Picts, Vikings and English. In 1707, Scotland joined with England to form the United Kingdom.
Scotland has its own parliament, the Scottish Parliament, which has powers in a number of areas, such as education, health and justice. The United Kingdom is governed by a parliamentary monarchy, the current sovereign is King Charles III, who has reigned since September 8, 2022 as head of state.
The population of Scotland is about 5.5 million people. The majority of the population is of Scottish origin, but there are also important minorities of English, Irish and Polish origin. The official language of Scotland is English, but Scottish Gaelic is also spoken by a minority of the population.
Scotland has a rich culture, reflected in its traditions, music and art. Some of the best-known Scottish traditions are the kilt, bagpipes and whiskey. Scottish music is known for its melancholic melodies and lively rhythms. Scottish art includes a wide range of styles, from medieval art to modern art.
According to statistics from the Scottish Office for National Statistics, 13% of married women have a foreign spouse. The most common countries of origin for foreign spouses of Scottish women are:
* England (32%)
* Ireland (15%)
* United States (10%)
* France (8%)
* Germany (7%)
According to statistics from the Scottish Office for National Statistics, the most popular countries for emigration for Scottish women were:
* Rest of the UK: 39%
* United States: 16%
* Australia: 8%
* Canada: 7%
* Ireland: 4%
According to a survey carried out by the Scottish Office for National Statistics, the main concerns of Scots are:
* The cost of life
* Health care
* Climate change
* Scottish independence
* And insecurity
The referendum to decide whether Scotland should be an independent country took place on 18 September 2014 and the rejection option won with 55%.
The countries that are considered friends and enemies by the Scots vary depending on the person and their political opinions. However, there are some countries that are generally considered friends of Scotland, such as:
* Ireland
* USA
*And Canada
Some countries that are generally considered enemies of Scotland, such as:
* England, as the two countries have been at war in the past, and there are still tensions between the two countries
* And Spain, since Scotland has expressed itself in favor of the independence of Catalonia.
Scotland's current economic situation is mixed. The country has experienced sustained economic growth in recent years, with a GDP per capita that is higher than the UK average. However, Scotland also faces a number of challenges, such as the rising cost of living, labor shortages and uncertainty about the country's future due to independence bids. If Scotland becomes independent, the country would have to negotiate new trade deals with the United Kingdom and the European Union. This could have a significant impact on the Scottish economy.
According to statistics from the Scottish Office for National Statistics, 12% of Scotland's workforce was made up of foreign workers.
The most common countries of origin for foreign workers in Scotland are:
* England (42%)
* Ireland (16%)
* United States (10%)
* France (8%)
* Germany (7%)
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