The Scottish independence referendum is still a week away - but one airport appears to regard it as a foregone conclusion. A British traveller was shocked to be offered the 'Scottish pound' at a bureau de change in Dubai yesterday, apparently in anticipation of Scotland setting up its own currency. The tourist joked: 'It seems that some people have already decided the outcome of the independence vote.' Scroll down for video Hasty? Dubai International Airport appeared to offer a 'Scottish pound' at its bureau de change The 'Scottish pound' was being advertised at Dubai International Airport on a list of currencies which also included the British pound sterling.
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Traveller spotted bizarre blunder at Dubai International Airport
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'Scottish pound' was on offer at the same rate as pound sterling
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Currency debate has been at the heart of Scotland's referendum campaign
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