A new poll shows that support for Scottish independence has risen by eight percentage points above support for union with the UK, just five days before a referendum vote. The survey, conducted by Britain-based ICM research foundation and released on Sunday, showed that the pro-independence campaign enjoyed 54-percent support compared to the 46 percent for anti-independence campaign. This is while... 

Australia has called on Scotland to remain in the United Kingdom, warning that a breakaway would not be in the best interests of the international community. In an interview with the Times during a visit to London on Saturday, Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott said an independent Scotland would be cheered by those he described as enemies of “justice” and “freedom.” “But as a friend of... 

The campaign for Scotland’s independence referendum has started amid discussions over benefits and costs of breaking away from the United Kingdom. The campaign will last for 16 weeks before the beginning of referendum, which is due to be held on September 18. Four million eligible voters will be asked a Yes/No question, “Should Scotland be an independent country?” According to reports,...