WHILE at university, I read the book Banal Nationalism by Michael Billig.
It discusses the subtle impact that “everyday repetitions of the nation” have in crafting a sense of identity among that nation’s population – think flags flying on public buildings, symbols engraved on currency and national anthems sung in schools.
It’s because of this that in 2014 Unionist campaign was able to portray itself as being “anti-nationalist”, even though supporting the UK is clearly also an act of nationalism.is the norm – in 1914, there were around 57 sovereign states – today, there are nearly 200. However, many Scots still see their nations independence as deeply unusual, or even sinister.
Scottish Parliament/executive/government labels begin to surface – heralding a shift in flag displays, national symbols and news focal points transitioning from London to Edinburgh.rose to power in 2007. The swift renaming of the Scottish Executive to the Scottish Government bolstered its credibility against the UK Government, especially in the lead-up to the independence referendum.
The UK Government also considered putting signs reading “Funded by the UK Government” adorned with Union Flags on taxpayer-funded infrastructure in Scotland.
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