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The vote on Scottish independence takes place this Thursday. If Scotland votes Yes, the United Kingdom will split and Scots will go their own way. Here is a summary of the latest developments and analysis: The vote on Scottish independence takes place today, Thursday. If Scotland votes Yes, the United Kingdom will split and Scots will go their own way. Here is a summary of the latest developments and analysis:
David Cameron insists he will not resign if Scotland votes for independence Comment: Hatred, hope - but democracy at its best
Gordon Brown makes rousing speech defending 'patriotic' No vote The NO comment: We cannot risk our children’s future
Ed Miliband forced to cut short Edinburgh visit by angry Yes campaigners The YES comment: A fairer Scotland is within our grasp
Alex Salmond claims 'no one can stop' independent Scotland using pound Almost half of 'No' voters have felt 'personally threatened' by the 'Yes' campaign
On a knife edge: Two polls put No at 52% When will the result be announced
Analysis: What Yes would mean - the experts' view
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Polling stations open at 7am on Thursday with voters answering the question: “Should Scotland be an independent country?” They will close at 10pm with a result expected to be announced at around 7am on Friday morning.Polling stations open at 7am on Thursday with voters answering the question: “Should Scotland be an independent country?” They will close at 10pm with a result expected to be announced at around 7am on Friday morning.