The first in a series of films with Lesley Riddoch exploring Scotland's inspiring northern European neighbours and what we can learn.
Despite being a remote cluster of islands with a population of just 50 thousand people (1% of Scotland's population) the Faroe Islands certainly don't think small.
The Faroes took on global giant Google to protect their language and identity and have also created the world's fastest mobile broadband (a reserved issue in Scotland). The key factor in these success stories has been the Faroes Parliament: without doubt, the world's most powerful devolved parliament.
This wee nation relies heavily on fish which represents around 95% of exports but life in the Faroes is changing. A new generation, enthused by a proximity to political power, are shaping these traditionally conservative islands into a progressive society that more and more Faroese want to live in. The Faroes is also finding itself at the centre of things as the Arctic presents new opportunities.
The Faroese community connects in all kinds of ways - through tunnels that join the separate islands, by air to the rest of the world with its own national airline and is reconnecting with nature to create world-class food. There's a lot to reflect upon about the future of the Faroes and Scotland but the ultimate connection is clear: with power comes the confidence to build a better nation.
Created by Lesley Riddoch and Phantom Power Films.
Published: 29 May 2018
Duration: 30 minutes 21 seconds.
This production is the first in a series of documentaries that examine the fortunes of our Nordic neighbours. The ambition of the series is to demonstrate how other small nations have addressed their desire to be independent, working in harmony with like-minded nations in the region.
This is a joint venture by Lesley Riddoch and Phantom Power Films.
This film demonstrates the talent we have in the new wave of independent film producers, inspired by the potential of Scottish Independence.
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