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Yes voters take lead in new independence poll

SUPPORT for independence has moved ahead of opposition to Scotland's breakaway from the UK for the first time in more than three years, and for only the second time since a series of polls on the issue began exactly four years ago.

The latest TNS-BMRB poll, published today by The Herald, shows those who would vote Yes for independence ahead by 39% to 38%

The last time those who back Scotland going it alone were in front was a one-off lead for independence supporters in spring 2008.