News information online shows that support for Scottish independence from the United Kingdom has risen to a record high of 58%. A poll was conducted, and of 1,045 adults aged over 16 across Scotland, conducted from 2-9 October, saw only 42 percent back staying in the union once undecided voters were stripped out.

The results from the poll shows that the Scottish public has shifted even further towards supporting an independent Scotland, with record numbers now saying they would vote ‘yes’. It indicated strong support for the Scottish National Party (SNP) led by First Minister Nicola Sturgeon, who has won widespread public backing for her handling of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Scotland, whose devolved administration in Edinburgh sets policy in areas including education, health, transport and local government, is due to hold parliamentary elections in May next year.