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Poll Shows 54% Support for Scottish Independence Amid Farage Talks

6/4/2025

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A new Norstat poll reveals that support for Scottish independence could surge to 54% if Nigel Farage ascends to the Prime Ministership. Yet, this remains shy of the 74% benchmark set by First Minister John Swinney for a second referendum. Historical patterns indicate that unionists may not need to worry about independence becoming a reality by 2029.

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A new Norstat poll reveals that support for Scottish independence could surge to 54% if Nigel Farage ascends to the Prime Ministership. Yet, this remains shy of the 74% benchmark set by First Minister John Swinney for a second referendum. Historical patterns indicate that unionists may not need to worry about independence becoming a reality by 2029.