Independence debate leaves business people feeling uncomfortable
Businessmen and women are “uncomfortable” about discussing independence, according to Glasgow Chamber of Commerce’s chief executive.
Businessmen and women are “uncomfortable” about discussing independence, according to Glasgow Chamber of Commerce’s chief executive.
Glasgow Chamber of Commerce chief executive Stuart Patrick. Picture: John Young
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Stuart Patrick said the intense nature of the pre-referendum debate meant company chiefs were reluctant to take part, for fear of "being tagged firmly in one side or the other".
His views echo those of other Scottish business leaders, who have complained that the current situation is too polarised and antagonistic.
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