The Forgotten People
The 100 mile wide stretch of country along the Scottish border is a place of contrasts, populated by indigenous families, in-comers from England and, increasingly, by migrants from Europe. It is an area where economic prospects are limited, unemployment is high, and there is little in the way of manufacturing or commerce. Tourism is the largest industry, but local railways were closed in the 1960s and most travelers to Scotland pass through the area briefly on their way north. In addition, many locals feel that they have been forgotten by Edinburgh and Westminster alike.
The Forgotten People explores the character of the border regions. As Scotland prepares to choose between independence or remaining within the United Kingdom, the project investigates the cultural identity of the area and asks how it might influence local opinions about independence.
