"Why do the English get picked on?"
Hmm. Could be because of:

1) the collective chip on the Scottish shoulder as we perceive having being ruled by England for so long, and hence
2 jealousy, or
3) the English being an easy target!

Or all three. Many Scots get annoyed by white settlers (primarily English) who inhabit villages and are seen to be 'taking over', whereas in fact they're only trying to become part of the community and be useful. It's the 'aye beenies' who complain most. They're the people who resist change, and don't like incomers because they try to change things for the better. The old codgers don't like that, because it's fine the way it's 'aye been'.

So, Sassenachs. You're quite welcome here. So long as you aren't chavs, and preferably if you agree to my one in/two out immigration policy.

Edit - and especially if you bring cake!

Having said all that, I do like to watch Scotland beating England in sporting events!
( K2k6 has a proper job these days, Wed 23 Jul 2008, 10:19, Reply)