Scottish independence blow as poll suggests 54% of Scots would vote ‘No’ in referendum

Less than half of Scots would vote for independence, a poll has suggested (David Cheskin/PA) (Picture: PA Archive)

An opinion poll suggests 54% of Scots would vote No in an independence referendum.

In the first poll on Scottish voting intention released in 2023, backing for a Yes vote was at 46% when “don’t knows” are removed.