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People in Scotland have begun voting on independence today. If Scotland votes Yes, the United Kingdom will split and Scots will go their own way, ending a 307-year-old union. The crucial ballot is expected to go down to the wire, with polls showing the contest is too close to call. Here is a summary of the latest developments and analysis:People in Scotland have begun voting on independence today. If Scotland votes Yes, the United Kingdom will split and Scots will go their own way, ending a 307-year-old union. The crucial ballot is expected to go down to the wire, with polls showing the contest is too close to call. Here is a summary of the latest developments and analysis:
Salmond welcomes Murray's last minute declaration of support Salmond welcomes Murray's last minute declaration of support 
Final poll puts No ahead by six percentage points Final survey puts No ahead by six percentage points
Polling station graffiti sparks accusations of voter intimidationPolling station graffiti sparks accusations of voter intimidation
First arrest takes place outside polling stationFirst arrest takes place outside polling station
The NO comment: We cannot risk our children’s futureThe NO comment: We cannot risk our children’s future
The YES comment: A fairer Scotland is within our graspThe YES comment: A fairer Scotland is within our grasp
When will the result be announcedWhen will the result be announced
Please allow a moment for the live blog to loadPlease allow a moment for the live blog to load
Polling stations opened 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 opened 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.