The phrase "independence debate" refers to a discussion or argument about whether a certain region or country should become independent and separate from another country or entity. Full definition
Much of the discussion around the relevance of migration and migrants to the Scottish independence debate revolves around the effects of independence on current immigration policies in Scotland and the rest of the UK. (blog.politics.ox.ac.uk)
It is a claim that has been given new impetus through the result of the Scottish, Catalan and Basque independence debates, and the growing economic independence enjoyed by some of the main cities. (blog.politics.ox.ac.uk)
Politicians on both sides of the Scottish independence debate realise how significant Scottish sporting figures will be as the nation considers whether to end its 300 - year union with the rest of the UK. (politics.co.uk)