Five years late Dave? And the rest...

It's academic anyway, I remain convinced that the voters are more sophisticated than that and not everybody has the low intellect of Akenaton. There are only so many idealistic votes borne of ignorance. When ex iron curtain or ex war zone countries emerge, the west fall over themselves to help bear the cost of nationhood. I doubt anyone will give aid to a petulant series of UK counties with a referendum.

The benefits of removing even more Westminster decisions are very tempting. Tempting for anywhere outside of the Home Counties. But I doubt Rutland or North East Lincolnshire would wish to open embassies as the price. Having been on many trade jollies over the years, embassy caviar bills alone must make your eyes water.