Scotland's entry into EU will be 'simpler and faster' the sooner it happens, says German MEP

Terry Reintke says an independent Scotland would be welcomed in the EU

THE EU is ready to accept new members again and the process of accession for an independent Scotland will be “simpler and faster” the sooner it happens, according to a German MEP.

Terry Reintke, who organised a letter of support for Scotland from politicians across Europe after the Brexit vote, said granting candidate status to Ukraine and Moldova was a “clear signal” that the EU is ready to accept new members again after years without growth.