Numerous people have posted on this thread about the legal advice on EU membership sought and publicised by the UK government, yet the simple fact remains that the UK government has not approached the appropriate body the European Commission .Since so many great experts, Mr Barosso for example tell the government what a strong case they have why not go ahead and ask the question? What are they afraid of?
I think from reading THM’s link the UK government can’t ask until there has been a Yes vote, as otherwise they would not be representing the best interests of the union.
I’ve been asking the same question, but from the other side, why doesn’t the Scottish Parliament/Government ask Westminster, what are they afraid of?