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Scottish referendum: Scots said no but now it's time for us to start saying yes... to reform at Stormont

First Minister of Scotland Alex Salmond during a press conference at Dynamic Earth in Edinburgh after. Pic Danny Lawson/PA Wire Expand
Something to think about: Scottish First Minister Alex Salmond holds the agreement between the UK Government and the Scottish Government to hold a referendum on independence for Scotland Expand
Better Together campaigners celebrate early poll results at a party on September 19, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Peter Macdiarmid/Getty Images) Expand
People view results in Scottish Independence Referendum placed on a wall at the Ingleston Hall on September 19, 2014 in Edinburgh,Scotland. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images) Expand
Tellers struggle with tiredness during the count for votes in the Scottish Independence Referendum at Ingleston Hall on September 19, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images) Expand
Supporters at a "Yes" rally in George Square react on September 19, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Mark Runnacles/Getty Images) Expand
Supporters at a "Yes" rally in George Square react on September 19, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Mark Runnacles/Getty Images) Expand
Supporters at a "Yes" rally in George Square react on September 19, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Mark Runnacles/Getty Images) Expand
Supporters at a "Yes" rally in George Square react on September 19, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Mark Runnacles/Getty Images) Expand
Better Together campaigners celebrate early poll results at a party on September 19, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Peter Macdiarmid/Getty Images) Expand
Supporters attend the Better Together Referendum Night event wait for the results to come in on September 19, 2014 at the Marriott Hotel in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Mark Runnacles/Getty Images) Expand
"Yes" Supporters burn flares as they react to the polls closing in George Square as Scotland awaits the results of the Scottish Independence referendum vote on September 18, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. Scotland. (Photo by Mark Runnacles/Getty Images) Expand
Supporters at a "Yes" rally in George Square react on September 19, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Mark Runnacles/Getty Images) Expand
Tellers count votes in the Scottish Independence Referendum at the Edinburgh count at Ingleston Hall on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images) Expand
A supporter dressed as Scottish cult TV character Rab C Nesbett plays to the crowd at a "Yes" rally in George Square on September 19, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Mark Runnacles/Getty Images) Expand
People wait for the result outside the Scottish Parliament as voting in the referendum closes on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. (Photo by Christopher Furlong/Getty Images) Expand
Ballot boxes for the Scottish Independence Referendum arrive at the Edinburgh count at Ingleston Hall on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images) Expand
People wait for the result outside the Scottish Parliament as voting in the referendum closes on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. (Photo by Christopher Furlong/Getty Images) Expand
Ballot boxes arrive at the Scottish Independence Referendum at the Edinburgh count at Ingleston Hall on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images) Expand
Two young girls join the crowds waiting for a result outside the Scottish Parliament as voting in the referendum continues on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. (Photo by Christopher Furlong/Getty Images) Expand
People wait for a result outside the Scottish Parliament as voting in the referendum continues on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. (Photo by Christopher Furlong/Getty Images) Expand
People wait for a result outside the Scottish Parliament as voting in the referendum continues on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. (Photo by Christopher Furlong/Getty Images) Expand
A young girl has her photograph taken as people wait for a result outside the Scottish Parliament as voting in the referendum continues on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. (Photo by Christopher Furlong/Getty Images) Expand
Former Gordon Highlander, Jock Robertson, aged 81, who said 'I have waited all my life for this vote' pauses at Peebles polling station after voting in the Scottish referendum on September 18, 2014 in Peebles, Scotland. (Photo by Christopher Furlong/Getty Images) Expand
People wait for a result outside the Scottish Parliament as voting in the referendum continues on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. (Photo by Christopher Furlong/Getty Images) Expand
People wait for a result outside the Scottish Parliament as voting in the referendum continues on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. (Photo by Christopher Furlong/Getty Images) Expand
EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: Royalist John Loughrey (L) from England poses for a photograph outside Lothian Chambers in central Edinburgh on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a Yes vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images) Expand
GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: Felipe Perez walks out of polling station at Notre Dame primary school with a Saltire flag, on September 18, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a 'Yes' vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images) Expand
Scottish First Minister Alex Salmond outside his home in Strichen during a historic day for Scotland as voters determine whether the country should remain part of the United Kingdom. PRESS ASSOCIATION Photo. Picture date: Thursday September 18, 2014. See PA story REFERENDUM Main. Photo credit should read: Danny Lawson/PA Wire Expand
EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: Newspaperflyers pose the 'Yes or No' question during the Scottish referendum on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a 'Yes' vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Christopher Furlong/Getty Images) Expand
LONDON, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: (EDITORS NOTE: THIS IS A PHOTO ILLUSTRATION) A selection of the British National Newspaper front pages are displayed on September 18, 2014 in London, England. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a Yes vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Dan Kitwood/Getty Images) Expand
GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: Members of the public walk out of a polling station at Notre Dame primary school following casting their vote in the Scottish independence referendum on September 18, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a Yes vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images) Expand
GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: Members of the public walk out of a polling station at Notre Dame primary school following casting their vote in the Scottish independence referendum on September 18, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a Yes vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images) Expand
GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: Felipe Perez walks out of polling station at Notre Dame primary school with a Saltire flag, on September 18, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a 'Yes' vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images) Expand
GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: A dog is tied to a railing outside a polling station at Notre Dame primary school on September 18, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a Yes vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images) Expand
EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: Political graffiti is seen close to Lothian Chambers polling station in central Edinburgh on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a Yes vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images) Expand
EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: Sara Tardio, Marc Arranz, Marc Teixidor and Clara de Pablo from Catalonia pose for a photograph as they show their support for the Yes vote in central Edinburgh on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a Yes vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images) Expand
GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: (L-R) Angela Simpson, Niamh Cupples, Ava Cupples (buggy), Linda Cupples and Calum Cupples leave St Bartholomew's Primary School in Castlemilk after casting their vote as the people of Scotland take to the poles to decide their country's fate in a historic vote on September 18, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a Yes vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Mark Runnacles/Getty Images) Expand
GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: "Yes" Campaigner Paula Fummey talk to a voter at St Bartholomew's Primary School in Castlemilk as the people of Scotland take to the poles to decide their country's fate in a historic vote on September 18, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a Yes vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Mark Runnacles/Getty Images) Expand
GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: "Yes" activists campaigning in Castlemilk today as the people of Scotland take to the poles to decide their country's fate in a historic vote on September 18, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a 'Yes' vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union.(Photo by Mark Runnacles/Getty Images) Expand
ELLON, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: First Minister Alex Salmond (R) relaxes with an aide on referendum day on September 18, 2014 in Ellon, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a 'Yes' vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Peter Macdiarmid/Getty Images) Expand
ELLON, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: First Minister Alex Salmond relaxes with a cup of tea at a hotel during a break on referendum day on September 18, 2014 in Ellon, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a 'Yes' vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Peter Macdiarmid/Getty Images) Expand
EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: A Yes sticker is seen on the statue of Adam Smith on the Royal Mile on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a Yes vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images) Expand
EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: James Fraser holds up his voting card having just voted at Lothian Chambers polling station in central Edinburgh on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a Yes vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images) Expand
EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: James Fraser leaves Lothian Chambers polling station having just voted in central Edinburgh on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a Yes vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images) Expand
TURRIFF, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: First Minister Alex Salmond walks to meet with supporters on September 18, 2014 in Turriff, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a Yes vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Peter Macdiarmid/Getty Images) Expand
TURRIFF, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: German Short Haired Pointer dogs Dude (L) and Hector wait to meet First Minister Alex Salmond on September 18, 2014 in Turriff, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a Yes vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Peter Macdiarmid/Getty Images) Expand
TURRIFF, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: German Short Haired Pointer dogs Dude (L) and Hector wait to meet First Minister Alex Salmond on September 18, 2014 in Turriff, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a Yes vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Peter Macdiarmid/Getty Images) Expand
EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: Yes and No supporters react to motorists passing the Church Hill Theatre polling place in Morningside on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a 'Yes' vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images) Expand
German Short Haired Pointer dogs Dude and Hector (R) meet First Minister Alex Salmond on September 18, 2014 in Turriff, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. Expand
Voters at Notre Dame Primary School polling station on September 18, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. Expand
Painters paint over Yes graffiti at Jamestown Parish Church Lennox Hall on September 18, 2014 in Jamestown, Scotland. Expand
Voters leave Gretna polling station after voting on September 18, 2014 in Gretna, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a 'Yes' vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Christopher Furlong/Getty Images) Expand
Voters at Notre Dame Primary School polling station on September 18, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a Yes vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Mark Runnacles/Getty Images) Expand
A re-interpretation and re-design of the Union Flag flying on Lonsdale Road, north London on the day of the Scottish independence referendum as part of the London Design Festival. Expand
Yes voter Duncan Thomson waits for the doors to open at St Martins Church hall polling station, as the people of Scotland take to the poles to decide whether Scotland should become an independent country, on September 18, 2014 in Renton, Scotland. After many months of campaigning, final opinion poles show the referendum result is still too close to call. (Photo by Mark Runnacles/Getty Images) Expand
A young voter at Ritchie Hall polling station in Strichen, as Scotland goes to the polls to vote in the Scottish independence referendum. PRESS ASSOCIATION Photo. Picture date: Thursday September 18, 2014. See PA story REFERENDUM Main. Photo credit should read: Danny Lawson/PA Wire Expand
A young voter at Ritchie Hall polling station in Strichen, as Scotland goes to the polls to vote in the Scottish independence referendum. Expand
Millions will go to the polls today to decide Yes or No to Scottish independence (Photo by Dan Kitwood/Getty Images) Expand
Duncan Thomson, Brian McCutcheon, John Patterson and Arthur Murdoch,from King of Scots Robert the Bruce Society Expand
Better Together campaign leader Alistair Darling during a campaign event at Clydebank Town Hall in Scotland as the campaign ahead of the Scottish independence referendum enters its final days. PRESS ASSOCIATION Photo. Picture date: Tuesday September 16, 2014. See PA story REFERENDUM Main. Photo credit should read: Danny Lawson/PA Wire Expand
A Saltire with Yes printed on it flys in Dunbar, Scotland, Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2014. The two sides in Scotland's independence debate are scrambling to convert undecided voters, with just two days to go until a referendum on separation. Anti-independence campaigners are pushing home their message that a "No" vote doesn't mean the status quo. The three main British political parties are promising Scotland greater powers, including tax-raising authority, if it remains part of the United Kingdom. The Yes campaign says the promises are vague and reveal the No side's desperation, with polls suggesting the outcome will be close. Scottish Deputy First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said "the only way to guarantee the real powers we need in Scotland is to vote Yes." (AP Photo/Scott Heppell) Expand
Former Prime Minister Gordon Brown leaves a campaign event at Clydebank Town Hall in Scotland as the campaign ahead of the Scottish independence referendum enters its final days. PRESS ASSOCIATION Photo. Picture date: Tuesday September 16, 2014. See PA story REFERENDUM Main. Photo credit should read: Danny Lawson/PA Wire Expand
Deputy First Minister Nicola Sturgeon watching apprentice Craig McKee manufacturing a steel 'Yes' sign at Steel Engineering in Renfrew, Scotland ahead of the Scottish independence referendum on Thursday. PRESS ASSOCIATION Photo. Picture date: Tuesday September 16, 2014. See PA story REFERENDUM Main. Photo credit should read: Lynne Cameron/PA Wire Expand
EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 16: Volunteers from the Yes campaign speak with a voters in the Pilton area of Edinburgh on September 16, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. Yes and No supporters are campaigning in the last two days of the referendum to decide if Scotland will become an independent country. (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images) Expand
EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 16: Volunteers from the Yes campaign prepare to go and canvass in the Pilton area of Edinburgh on September 16, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. Yes and No supporters are campaigning in the last two days of the referendum to decide if Scotland will become an independent country. (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images) Expand
EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 16: Yes posters are seen in windows in a block of flats in Edinburgh on September 16, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. Yes and No supporters are campaigning in the last two days of the referendum to decide if Scotland will become an independent country. (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images) Expand
RENFREW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 16: A general view as Deputy First Minister Nicola Sturgeon, meets with care workers at Renfrew Town hall on September 16, 2014 in Renfrew, Scotland. With just two days of campaigning left before polling stations open and voters across the country will hold Scotlands future in their hands. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images) Expand
GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 16: Former Prime Minister Gordon Brown (R) appears with campaign leader Alistair Darling at a rally of No supporters at Dumbarton Town Hall on September 16, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. Yes and No supporters are campaigning in the last two days of the referendum to decide if Scotland will become an indpendent country. (Photo by Peter Macdiarmid/Getty Images) Expand
GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 16: Former Prime Minister Gordon Brown pauses as he speaks at Dumbarton Town hall to No campaigners on September 16, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. Yes and No supporters are campaigning in the last two days of the referendum to decide if Scotland will become an indpendent country. (Photo by Peter Macdiarmid/Getty Images) Expand
Former Prime Minister Gordon Brown put some passion into the 'Better Together' argument Expand
RENFREW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 16: Deputy First Minister Nicola Sturgeon meets with campaigners at Renfrew Town hall on September 16, 2014 in Renfrew, Scotland. With just two days of campaigning left before polling stations open and voters across the country will hold Scotlands future in their hands. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images) Expand
RENFREW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 16: Deputy First Minister Nicola Sturgeon meets with campaigners at Renfrew Town hall on September 16, 2014 in Renfrew, Scotland. With just two days of campaigning left before polling stations open and voters across the country will hold Scotlands future in their hands. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images) Expand
RENFREW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 16: Deputy First Minister Nicola Sturgeon meets with campaigners at Renfrew Town hall on September 16, 2014 in Renfrew, Scotland. With just two days of campaigning left before polling stations open and voters across the country will hold Scotlands future in their hands. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images) Expand
RENFREW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 16: Deputy First Minister Nicola Sturgeon, eats a yes cake during a vist to meet with care workers at Renfrew Town hall on September 16, 2014 in Renfrew, Scotland. With just two days of campaigning left before polling stations open and voters across the country will hold Scotlands future in their hands. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images) Expand
GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 16: Former British Prime Minister Gordon Brown arrives at Dumbarton Town hall to speak to No campaigners on September 16, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. Yes and No supporters are campaigning in the last two days of the referendum to decide if Scotland will become an indpendent country. (Photo by Peter Macdiarmid/Getty Images) Expand
RENFREW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 16: Deputy First Minister Nicola Sturgeon and Cabinet Secretary for Finance John Swinney, look on as 19 year old apprentice fabricator Craig McKee angle grinds a yes sign during their visit to Steel Engineering on September 16, 2014 in Renfrew, Scotland. With just two days of campaigning left before polling stations open and voters across the country will hold Scotlands future in their hands. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images) Expand
RENFREW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 16: Deputy First Minister Nicola Sturgeon and Cabinet Secretary for Finance John Swinney, look on as 19 year old apprentice fabricator Craig McKee holds a yes sign during their visit to Steel Engineering on September 16, 2014 in Renfrew, Scotland. With just two days of campaigning left before polling stations open and voters across the country will hold Scotlands future in their hands. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images) Expand
EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: Volunteers for the Better Together campaign have a meeting before leaving to canvass from their Edinburgh office on September 15, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. With the campaigning for the independence referendum entering into the final few days, the latest opinion polls have suggested the outcome of the vote is still too close to call. (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images) Expand
EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: People pass the Better Together Edinburgh office on September 15, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. With the campaigning for the independence referendum entering into the final few days, the latest opinion polls have suggested the outcome of the vote is still too close to call. (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images) Expand
KILMARNOCK, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: Alistair Darling leader of the Better Together and Margaret Curran meets with members of the public during a walk about on September 15, 2014 in Kilmarnock, Scotland. With just three days of campaigning left, First Minister Alex Salmond is meeting business people in Edinburgh and Prime Minister David Cameron is due to visit Scotland today ahead of Thursday's independence vote. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images) Expand
ABERDEEN, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: Prime Minister David Cameron addresses members of the No campaign on September 15, 2014 in Aberdeen,Scotland. The latest polls in Scotland's independence referendum put the No campaign back in the lead, the first time they have gained ground on the Yes campaign since the start of August. (Photo by Peter Macdiarmid/Getty Images) Expand
KILMARNOCK, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: No supporters join, Alistair Darling leader of the Better Together meets with members of the public during a walk about on September 15, 2014 in Kilmarnock, Scotland. With just three days of campaigning left, First Minister Alex Salmond is meeting business people in Edinburgh and Prime Minister David Cameron is due to visit Scotland today ahead of Thursday's independence vote. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images) Expand
KILMARNOCK, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: Yes and No supporters exchange words during, as Alistair Darling leader of the Better Together meets with members of the public during a walk about on September 15, 2014 in Kilmarnock, Scotland. With just three days of campaigning left, First Minister Alex Salmond is meeting business people in Edinburgh and Prime Minister David Cameron is due to visit Scotland today ahead of Thursday's independence vote.. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images) Expand
EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: First Minister Alex Salmond speaks with the media at Edinburgh International Airport following a photocall in the arrival's hall on September 15, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. With the campaigning for the independence referendum entering into the final few days, the latest opinion polls have suggested the outcome of the vote is still too close to call. (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images) Expand
EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: First Minister Alex Salmond leaves Edinburgh International Airport following a photocall in the arrival's hall on September 15, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. With the campaigning for the independence referendum entering into the final few days, the latest opinion polls have suggested the outcome of the vote is still too close to call. (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images) Expand
EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: First Minister Alex Salmond leaves Edinburgh International Airport following a photocall in the arrival's hall on September 15, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. With the campaigning for the independence referendum entering into the final few days, the latest opinion polls have suggested the outcome of the vote is still too close to call. (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images) Expand
ABERDEEN, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: A yes campaigner stands by his branded van on September 15, 2014 in Aberdeen,Scotland. The latest polls in Scotland's independence referendum put the No campaign back in the lead, the first time they have gained ground on the Yes campaign since the start of August. (Photo by Peter Macdiarmid/Getty Images) Expand
BBC TV political editor Nick Robinson (R) interviews a No campaigner near Union Street on September 15, 2014 in Aberdeen,Scotland Expand
ABERDEEN, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: A yes campaigner passes a branch of the Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) on September 15, 2014 in Aberdeen,Scotland. The latest polls in Scotland's independence referendum put the No campaign back in the lead, the first time they have gained ground on the Yes campaign since the start of August. (Photo by Peter Macdiarmid/Getty Images) Expand
ABERDEEN, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: A yes campaigners daughter gets caught up in a Saltire flag on September 15, 2014 in Aberdeen,Scotland. The latest polls in Scotland's independence referendum put the No campaign back in the lead, the first time they have gained ground on the Yes campaign since the start of August. (Photo by Peter Macdiarmid/Getty Images) Expand
EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: First Minister Alex Salmond arrives at Edinburgh Airport for a photocall on September 15, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. With the campaigning for the independence referendum entering into the final few days, the latest opinion polls have suggested the outcome of the vote is still too close to call. (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images) Expand
GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: Tariq Ali, addresses radical independence supporters, calling for a resounding Yes vote on September 15, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. With just three days of campaigning left, First Minister Alex Salmond is meeting business people in Edinburgh and Prime Minister David Cameron is due to visit Scotland today ahead of Thursday's independence vote. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images) Expand
LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: People listen as Sir Bob Geldof speaks to members of the public and supporters of the 'Better Together' campaign from a raised stage in Trafalgar Square on September 15, 2014 in London, England. The latest polls in Scotland's independence referendum put the No campaign back in the lead, the first time they have gained ground on the Yes campaign since the start of August. (Photo by Dan Kitwood/Getty Images) Expand
LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: People wave flags as Sir Bob Geldof speaks to members of the public and supporters of the 'Better Together' campaign from a raised stage in Trafalgar Square on September 15, 2014 in London, England. The latest polls in Scotland's independence referendum put the No campaign back in the lead, the first time they have gained ground on the Yes campaign since the start of August. (Photo by Dan Kitwood/Getty Images) Expand
LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: Sir Bob Geldof speaks to members of the public and supporters of the 'Better Together' campaign from a raised stage in Trafalgar Square on September 15, 2014 in London, England. The latest polls in Scotland's independence referendum put the No campaign back in the lead, the first time they have gained ground on the Yes campaign since the start of August. (Photo by Dan Kitwood/Getty Images) Expand
LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: People wave flags as Sir Bob Geldof speaks to members of the public and supporters of the 'Better Together' campaign from a raised stage in Trafalgar Square on September 15, 2014 in London, England. The latest polls in Scotland's independence referendum put the No campaign back in the lead, the first time they have gained ground on the Yes campaign since the start of August. (Photo by Dan Kitwood/Getty Images) Expand

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First Minister of Scotland Alex Salmond during a press conference at Dynamic Earth in Edinburgh after. Pic Danny Lawson/PA Wire

First Minister of Scotland Alex Salmond during a press conference at Dynamic Earth in Edinburgh after. Pic Danny Lawson/PA Wire

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Something to think about: Scottish First Minister Alex Salmond holds the agreement between the UK Government and the Scottish Government to hold a referendum on independence for Scotland

Something to think about: Scottish First Minister Alex Salmond holds the agreement between the UK Government and the Scottish Government to hold a referendum on independence for Scotland

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Better Together campaigners celebrate early poll results at a party on September 19, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Peter Macdiarmid/Getty Images)

Better Together campaigners celebrate early poll results at a party on September 19, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Peter Macdiarmid/Getty Images)

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People view results in Scottish Independence Referendum placed on a wall at the Ingleston Hall on September 19, 2014 in Edinburgh,Scotland. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

People view results in Scottish Independence Referendum placed on a wall at the Ingleston Hall on September 19, 2014 in Edinburgh,Scotland. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

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Tellers struggle with tiredness during the count for votes in the Scottish Independence Referendum at Ingleston Hall on September 19, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

Tellers struggle with tiredness during the count for votes in the Scottish Independence Referendum at Ingleston Hall on September 19, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

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Supporters at a "Yes" rally in George Square react on September 19, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Mark Runnacles/Getty Images)

Supporters at a "Yes" rally in George Square react on September 19, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Mark Runnacles/Getty Images)

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Supporters at a "Yes" rally in George Square react on September 19, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Mark Runnacles/Getty Images)

Supporters at a "Yes" rally in George Square react on September 19, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Mark Runnacles/Getty Images)

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Supporters at a "Yes" rally in George Square react on September 19, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Mark Runnacles/Getty Images)

Supporters at a "Yes" rally in George Square react on September 19, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Mark Runnacles/Getty Images)

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Supporters at a "Yes" rally in George Square react on September 19, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Mark Runnacles/Getty Images)

Supporters at a "Yes" rally in George Square react on September 19, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Mark Runnacles/Getty Images)

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Better Together campaigners celebrate early poll results at a party on September 19, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Peter Macdiarmid/Getty Images)

Better Together campaigners celebrate early poll results at a party on September 19, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Peter Macdiarmid/Getty Images)

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Supporters attend the Better Together Referendum Night event wait for the results to come in on September 19, 2014 at the Marriott Hotel in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Mark Runnacles/Getty Images)

Supporters attend the Better Together Referendum Night event wait for the results to come in on September 19, 2014 at the Marriott Hotel in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Mark Runnacles/Getty Images)

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"Yes" Supporters burn flares as they react to the polls closing in George Square as Scotland awaits the results of the Scottish Independence referendum vote on September 18, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. Scotland. (Photo by Mark Runnacles/Getty Images)

"Yes" Supporters burn flares as they react to the polls closing in George Square as Scotland awaits the results of the Scottish Independence referendum vote on September 18, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. Scotland. (Photo by Mark Runnacles/Getty Images)

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Supporters at a "Yes" rally in George Square react on September 19, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Mark Runnacles/Getty Images)

Supporters at a "Yes" rally in George Square react on September 19, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Mark Runnacles/Getty Images)

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Tellers count votes in the Scottish Independence Referendum at the Edinburgh count at Ingleston Hall on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

Tellers count votes in the Scottish Independence Referendum at the Edinburgh count at Ingleston Hall on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

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A supporter dressed as Scottish cult TV character Rab C Nesbett plays to the crowd at a "Yes" rally in George Square on September 19, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Mark Runnacles/Getty Images)

A supporter dressed as Scottish cult TV character Rab C Nesbett plays to the crowd at a "Yes" rally in George Square on September 19, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Mark Runnacles/Getty Images)

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People wait for the result outside the Scottish Parliament as voting in the referendum closes on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. (Photo by Christopher Furlong/Getty Images)

People wait for the result outside the Scottish Parliament as voting in the referendum closes on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. (Photo by Christopher Furlong/Getty Images)

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Ballot boxes for the Scottish Independence Referendum arrive at the Edinburgh count at Ingleston Hall on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

Ballot boxes for the Scottish Independence Referendum arrive at the Edinburgh count at Ingleston Hall on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

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People wait for the result outside the Scottish Parliament as voting in the referendum closes on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. (Photo by Christopher Furlong/Getty Images)

People wait for the result outside the Scottish Parliament as voting in the referendum closes on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. (Photo by Christopher Furlong/Getty Images)

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Ballot boxes arrive at the Scottish Independence Referendum at the Edinburgh count at Ingleston Hall on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

Ballot boxes arrive at the Scottish Independence Referendum at the Edinburgh count at Ingleston Hall on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

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Two young girls join the crowds waiting for a result outside the Scottish Parliament as voting in the referendum continues on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. (Photo by Christopher Furlong/Getty Images)

Two young girls join the crowds waiting for a result outside the Scottish Parliament as voting in the referendum continues on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. (Photo by Christopher Furlong/Getty Images)

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People wait for a result outside the Scottish Parliament as voting in the referendum continues on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. (Photo by Christopher Furlong/Getty Images)

People wait for a result outside the Scottish Parliament as voting in the referendum continues on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. (Photo by Christopher Furlong/Getty Images)

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People wait for a result outside the Scottish Parliament as voting in the referendum continues on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. (Photo by Christopher Furlong/Getty Images)

People wait for a result outside the Scottish Parliament as voting in the referendum continues on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. (Photo by Christopher Furlong/Getty Images)

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A young girl has her photograph taken as people wait for a result outside the Scottish Parliament as voting in the referendum continues on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. (Photo by Christopher Furlong/Getty Images)

A young girl has her photograph taken as people wait for a result outside the Scottish Parliament as voting in the referendum continues on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. (Photo by Christopher Furlong/Getty Images)

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Former Gordon Highlander, Jock Robertson, aged 81, who said 'I have waited all my life for this vote' pauses at Peebles polling station after voting in the Scottish referendum on September 18, 2014 in Peebles, Scotland. (Photo by Christopher Furlong/Getty Images)

Former Gordon Highlander, Jock Robertson, aged 81, who said 'I have waited all my life for this vote' pauses at Peebles polling station after voting in the Scottish referendum on September 18, 2014 in Peebles, Scotland. (Photo by Christopher Furlong/Getty Images)

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People wait for a result outside the Scottish Parliament as voting in the referendum continues on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. (Photo by Christopher Furlong/Getty Images)

People wait for a result outside the Scottish Parliament as voting in the referendum continues on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. (Photo by Christopher Furlong/Getty Images)

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People wait for a result outside the Scottish Parliament as voting in the referendum continues on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. (Photo by Christopher Furlong/Getty Images)

People wait for a result outside the Scottish Parliament as voting in the referendum continues on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. (Photo by Christopher Furlong/Getty Images)

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EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: Royalist John Loughrey (L) from England poses for a photograph outside Lothian Chambers in central Edinburgh on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a Yes vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images)

EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: Royalist John Loughrey (L) from England poses for a photograph outside Lothian Chambers in central Edinburgh on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a Yes vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images)

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GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: Felipe Perez walks out of polling station at Notre Dame primary school with a Saltire flag, on September 18, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a 'Yes' vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: Felipe Perez walks out of polling station at Notre Dame primary school with a Saltire flag, on September 18, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a 'Yes' vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

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Scottish First Minister Alex Salmond outside his home in Strichen during a historic day for Scotland as voters determine whether the country should remain part of the United Kingdom. PRESS ASSOCIATION Photo. Picture date: Thursday September 18, 2014. See PA story REFERENDUM Main. Photo credit should read: Danny Lawson/PA Wire

Scottish First Minister Alex Salmond outside his home in Strichen during a historic day for Scotland as voters determine whether the country should remain part of the United Kingdom. PRESS ASSOCIATION Photo. Picture date: Thursday September 18, 2014. See PA story REFERENDUM Main. Photo credit should read: Danny Lawson/PA Wire

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EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: Newspaperflyers pose the 'Yes or No' question during the Scottish referendum on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a 'Yes' vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Christopher Furlong/Getty Images)

EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: Newspaperflyers pose the 'Yes or No' question during the Scottish referendum on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a 'Yes' vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Christopher Furlong/Getty Images)

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LONDON, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: (EDITORS NOTE: THIS IS A PHOTO ILLUSTRATION) A selection of the British National Newspaper front pages are displayed on September 18, 2014 in London, England. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a Yes vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Dan Kitwood/Getty Images)

LONDON, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: (EDITORS NOTE: THIS IS A PHOTO ILLUSTRATION) A selection of the British National Newspaper front pages are displayed on September 18, 2014 in London, England. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a Yes vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Dan Kitwood/Getty Images)

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GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: Members of the public walk out of a polling station at Notre Dame primary school following casting their vote in the Scottish independence referendum on September 18, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a Yes vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: Members of the public walk out of a polling station at Notre Dame primary school following casting their vote in the Scottish independence referendum on September 18, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a Yes vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

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GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: Members of the public walk out of a polling station at Notre Dame primary school following casting their vote in the Scottish independence referendum on September 18, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a Yes vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: Members of the public walk out of a polling station at Notre Dame primary school following casting their vote in the Scottish independence referendum on September 18, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a Yes vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

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GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: Felipe Perez walks out of polling station at Notre Dame primary school with a Saltire flag, on September 18, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a 'Yes' vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: Felipe Perez walks out of polling station at Notre Dame primary school with a Saltire flag, on September 18, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a 'Yes' vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

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GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: A dog is tied to a railing outside a polling station at Notre Dame primary school on September 18, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a Yes vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: A dog is tied to a railing outside a polling station at Notre Dame primary school on September 18, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a Yes vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

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EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: Political graffiti is seen close to Lothian Chambers polling station in central Edinburgh on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a Yes vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images)

EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: Political graffiti is seen close to Lothian Chambers polling station in central Edinburgh on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a Yes vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images)

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EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: Sara Tardio, Marc Arranz, Marc Teixidor and Clara de Pablo from Catalonia pose for a photograph as they show their support for the Yes vote in central Edinburgh on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a Yes vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images)

EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: Sara Tardio, Marc Arranz, Marc Teixidor and Clara de Pablo from Catalonia pose for a photograph as they show their support for the Yes vote in central Edinburgh on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a Yes vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images)

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GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: (L-R) Angela Simpson, Niamh Cupples, Ava Cupples (buggy), Linda Cupples and Calum Cupples leave St Bartholomew's Primary School in Castlemilk after casting their vote as the people of Scotland take to the poles to decide their country's fate in a historic vote on September 18, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a Yes vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Mark Runnacles/Getty Images)

GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: (L-R) Angela Simpson, Niamh Cupples, Ava Cupples (buggy), Linda Cupples and Calum Cupples leave St Bartholomew's Primary School in Castlemilk after casting their vote as the people of Scotland take to the poles to decide their country's fate in a historic vote on September 18, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a Yes vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Mark Runnacles/Getty Images)

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GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: "Yes" Campaigner Paula Fummey talk to a voter at St Bartholomew's Primary School in Castlemilk as the people of Scotland take to the poles to decide their country's fate in a historic vote on September 18, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a Yes vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Mark Runnacles/Getty Images)

GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: "Yes" Campaigner Paula Fummey talk to a voter at St Bartholomew's Primary School in Castlemilk as the people of Scotland take to the poles to decide their country's fate in a historic vote on September 18, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a Yes vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Mark Runnacles/Getty Images)

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GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: "Yes" activists campaigning in Castlemilk today as the people of Scotland take to the poles to decide their country's fate in a historic vote on September 18, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a 'Yes' vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union.(Photo by Mark Runnacles/Getty Images)

GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: "Yes" activists campaigning in Castlemilk today as the people of Scotland take to the poles to decide their country's fate in a historic vote on September 18, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a 'Yes' vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union.(Photo by Mark Runnacles/Getty Images)

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ELLON, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: First Minister Alex Salmond (R) relaxes with an aide on referendum day on September 18, 2014 in Ellon, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a 'Yes' vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Peter Macdiarmid/Getty Images)

ELLON, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: First Minister Alex Salmond (R) relaxes with an aide on referendum day on September 18, 2014 in Ellon, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a 'Yes' vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Peter Macdiarmid/Getty Images)

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ELLON, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: First Minister Alex Salmond relaxes with a cup of tea at a hotel during a break on referendum day on September 18, 2014 in Ellon, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a 'Yes' vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Peter Macdiarmid/Getty Images)

ELLON, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: First Minister Alex Salmond relaxes with a cup of tea at a hotel during a break on referendum day on September 18, 2014 in Ellon, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a 'Yes' vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Peter Macdiarmid/Getty Images)

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EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: A Yes sticker is seen on the statue of Adam Smith on the Royal Mile on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a Yes vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images)

EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: A Yes sticker is seen on the statue of Adam Smith on the Royal Mile on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a Yes vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images)

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EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: James Fraser holds up his voting card having just voted at Lothian Chambers polling station in central Edinburgh on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a Yes vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images)

EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: James Fraser holds up his voting card having just voted at Lothian Chambers polling station in central Edinburgh on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a Yes vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images)

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EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: James Fraser leaves Lothian Chambers polling station having just voted in central Edinburgh on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a Yes vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images)

EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: James Fraser leaves Lothian Chambers polling station having just voted in central Edinburgh on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a Yes vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images)

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TURRIFF, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: First Minister Alex Salmond walks to meet with supporters on September 18, 2014 in Turriff, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a Yes vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Peter Macdiarmid/Getty Images)

TURRIFF, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: First Minister Alex Salmond walks to meet with supporters on September 18, 2014 in Turriff, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a Yes vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Peter Macdiarmid/Getty Images)

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TURRIFF, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: German Short Haired Pointer dogs Dude (L) and Hector wait to meet First Minister Alex Salmond on September 18, 2014 in Turriff, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a Yes vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Peter Macdiarmid/Getty Images)

TURRIFF, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: German Short Haired Pointer dogs Dude (L) and Hector wait to meet First Minister Alex Salmond on September 18, 2014 in Turriff, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a Yes vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Peter Macdiarmid/Getty Images)

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TURRIFF, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: German Short Haired Pointer dogs Dude (L) and Hector wait to meet First Minister Alex Salmond on September 18, 2014 in Turriff, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a Yes vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Peter Macdiarmid/Getty Images)

TURRIFF, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: German Short Haired Pointer dogs Dude (L) and Hector wait to meet First Minister Alex Salmond on September 18, 2014 in Turriff, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a Yes vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Peter Macdiarmid/Getty Images)

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EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: Yes and No supporters react to motorists passing the Church Hill Theatre polling place in Morningside on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a 'Yes' vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images)

EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: Yes and No supporters react to motorists passing the Church Hill Theatre polling place in Morningside on September 18, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a 'Yes' vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images)

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German Short Haired Pointer dogs Dude and Hector (R) meet First Minister Alex Salmond on September 18, 2014 in Turriff, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country.

German Short Haired Pointer dogs Dude and Hector (R) meet First Minister Alex Salmond on September 18, 2014 in Turriff, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country.

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Voters at Notre Dame Primary School polling station on September 18, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country.

Voters at Notre Dame Primary School polling station on September 18, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country.

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Painters paint over Yes graffiti at Jamestown Parish Church Lennox Hall on September 18, 2014 in Jamestown, Scotland.

Painters paint over Yes graffiti at Jamestown Parish Church Lennox Hall on September 18, 2014 in Jamestown, Scotland.

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Voters leave Gretna polling station after voting on September 18, 2014 in Gretna, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a 'Yes' vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Christopher Furlong/Getty Images)

Voters leave Gretna polling station after voting on September 18, 2014 in Gretna, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a 'Yes' vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Christopher Furlong/Getty Images)

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Voters at Notre Dame Primary School polling station on September 18, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a Yes vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Mark Runnacles/Getty Images)

Voters at Notre Dame Primary School polling station on September 18, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. After many months of campaigning the people of Scotland today head to the polls to decide the fate of their country. The referendum is too close to call but a Yes vote would see the break-up of the United Kingdom and Scotland would stand as an independent country for the first time since the formation of the Union. (Photo by Mark Runnacles/Getty Images)

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A re-interpretation and re-design of the Union Flag flying on Lonsdale Road, north London on the day of the Scottish independence referendum as part of the London Design Festival.

A re-interpretation and re-design of the Union Flag flying on Lonsdale Road, north London on the day of the Scottish independence referendum as part of the London Design Festival.

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Yes voter Duncan Thomson waits for the doors to open at St Martins Church hall polling station, as the people of Scotland take to the poles to decide whether Scotland should become an independent country, on September 18, 2014 in Renton, Scotland. After many months of campaigning, final opinion poles show the referendum result is still too close to call. (Photo by Mark Runnacles/Getty Images)

Yes voter Duncan Thomson waits for the doors to open at St Martins Church hall polling station, as the people of Scotland take to the poles to decide whether Scotland should become an independent country, on September 18, 2014 in Renton, Scotland. After many months of campaigning, final opinion poles show the referendum result is still too close to call. (Photo by Mark Runnacles/Getty Images)

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A young voter at Ritchie Hall polling station in Strichen, as Scotland goes to the polls to vote in the Scottish independence referendum. PRESS ASSOCIATION Photo. Picture date: Thursday September 18, 2014. See PA story REFERENDUM Main. Photo credit should read: Danny Lawson/PA Wire

A young voter at Ritchie Hall polling station in Strichen, as Scotland goes to the polls to vote in the Scottish independence referendum. PRESS ASSOCIATION Photo. Picture date: Thursday September 18, 2014. See PA story REFERENDUM Main. Photo credit should read: Danny Lawson/PA Wire

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A young voter at Ritchie Hall polling station in Strichen, as Scotland goes to the polls to vote in the Scottish independence referendum.

A young voter at Ritchie Hall polling station in Strichen, as Scotland goes to the polls to vote in the Scottish independence referendum.

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Millions will go to the polls today to decide Yes or No to Scottish independence (Photo by Dan Kitwood/Getty Images)

Millions will go to the polls today to decide Yes or No to Scottish independence (Photo by Dan Kitwood/Getty Images)

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Duncan Thomson, Brian McCutcheon, John Patterson and Arthur Murdoch,from King of Scots Robert the Bruce Society

Duncan Thomson, Brian McCutcheon, John Patterson and Arthur Murdoch,from King of Scots Robert the Bruce Society

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Better Together campaign leader Alistair Darling during a campaign event at Clydebank Town Hall in Scotland as the campaign ahead of the Scottish independence referendum enters its final days. PRESS ASSOCIATION Photo. Picture date: Tuesday September 16, 2014. See PA story REFERENDUM Main. Photo credit should read: Danny Lawson/PA Wire

Better Together campaign leader Alistair Darling during a campaign event at Clydebank Town Hall in Scotland as the campaign ahead of the Scottish independence referendum enters its final days. PRESS ASSOCIATION Photo. Picture date: Tuesday September 16, 2014. See PA story REFERENDUM Main. Photo credit should read: Danny Lawson/PA Wire

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A Saltire with Yes printed on it flys in Dunbar, Scotland, Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2014. The two sides in Scotland's independence debate are scrambling to convert undecided voters, with just two days to go until a referendum on separation. Anti-independence campaigners are pushing home their message that a "No" vote doesn't mean the status quo. The three main British political parties are promising Scotland greater powers, including tax-raising authority, if it remains part of the United Kingdom. The Yes campaign says the promises are vague and reveal the No side's desperation, with polls suggesting the outcome will be close. Scottish Deputy First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said "the only way to guarantee the real powers we need in Scotland is to vote Yes." (AP Photo/Scott Heppell)

A Saltire with Yes printed on it flys in Dunbar, Scotland, Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2014. The two sides in Scotland's independence debate are scrambling to convert undecided voters, with just two days to go until a referendum on separation. Anti-independence campaigners are pushing home their message that a "No" vote doesn't mean the status quo. The three main British political parties are promising Scotland greater powers, including tax-raising authority, if it remains part of the United Kingdom. The Yes campaign says the promises are vague and reveal the No side's desperation, with polls suggesting the outcome will be close. Scottish Deputy First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said "the only way to guarantee the real powers we need in Scotland is to vote Yes." (AP Photo/Scott Heppell)

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Former Prime Minister Gordon Brown leaves a campaign event at Clydebank Town Hall in Scotland as the campaign ahead of the Scottish independence referendum enters its final days. PRESS ASSOCIATION Photo. Picture date: Tuesday September 16, 2014. See PA story REFERENDUM Main. Photo credit should read: Danny Lawson/PA Wire

Former Prime Minister Gordon Brown leaves a campaign event at Clydebank Town Hall in Scotland as the campaign ahead of the Scottish independence referendum enters its final days. PRESS ASSOCIATION Photo. Picture date: Tuesday September 16, 2014. See PA story REFERENDUM Main. Photo credit should read: Danny Lawson/PA Wire

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Deputy First Minister Nicola Sturgeon watching apprentice Craig McKee manufacturing a steel 'Yes' sign at Steel Engineering in Renfrew, Scotland ahead of the Scottish independence referendum on Thursday. PRESS ASSOCIATION Photo. Picture date: Tuesday September 16, 2014. See PA story REFERENDUM Main. Photo credit should read: Lynne Cameron/PA Wire

Deputy First Minister Nicola Sturgeon watching apprentice Craig McKee manufacturing a steel 'Yes' sign at Steel Engineering in Renfrew, Scotland ahead of the Scottish independence referendum on Thursday. PRESS ASSOCIATION Photo. Picture date: Tuesday September 16, 2014. See PA story REFERENDUM Main. Photo credit should read: Lynne Cameron/PA Wire

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EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 16: Volunteers from the Yes campaign speak with a voters in the Pilton area of Edinburgh on September 16, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. Yes and No supporters are campaigning in the last two days of the referendum to decide if Scotland will become an independent country. (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images)

EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 16: Volunteers from the Yes campaign speak with a voters in the Pilton area of Edinburgh on September 16, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. Yes and No supporters are campaigning in the last two days of the referendum to decide if Scotland will become an independent country. (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images)

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EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 16: Volunteers from the Yes campaign prepare to go and canvass in the Pilton area of Edinburgh on September 16, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. Yes and No supporters are campaigning in the last two days of the referendum to decide if Scotland will become an independent country. (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images)

EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 16: Volunteers from the Yes campaign prepare to go and canvass in the Pilton area of Edinburgh on September 16, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. Yes and No supporters are campaigning in the last two days of the referendum to decide if Scotland will become an independent country. (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images)

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EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 16: Yes posters are seen in windows in a block of flats in Edinburgh on September 16, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. Yes and No supporters are campaigning in the last two days of the referendum to decide if Scotland will become an independent country. (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images)

EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 16: Yes posters are seen in windows in a block of flats in Edinburgh on September 16, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. Yes and No supporters are campaigning in the last two days of the referendum to decide if Scotland will become an independent country. (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images)

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RENFREW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 16: A general view as Deputy First Minister Nicola Sturgeon, meets with care workers at Renfrew Town hall on September 16, 2014 in Renfrew, Scotland. With just two days of campaigning left before polling stations open and voters across the country will hold Scotlands future in their hands. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

RENFREW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 16: A general view as Deputy First Minister Nicola Sturgeon, meets with care workers at Renfrew Town hall on September 16, 2014 in Renfrew, Scotland. With just two days of campaigning left before polling stations open and voters across the country will hold Scotlands future in their hands. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

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GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 16: Former Prime Minister Gordon Brown (R) appears with campaign leader Alistair Darling at a rally of No supporters at Dumbarton Town Hall on September 16, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. Yes and No supporters are campaigning in the last two days of the referendum to decide if Scotland will become an indpendent country. (Photo by Peter Macdiarmid/Getty Images)

GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 16: Former Prime Minister Gordon Brown (R) appears with campaign leader Alistair Darling at a rally of No supporters at Dumbarton Town Hall on September 16, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. Yes and No supporters are campaigning in the last two days of the referendum to decide if Scotland will become an indpendent country. (Photo by Peter Macdiarmid/Getty Images)

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GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 16: Former Prime Minister Gordon Brown pauses as he speaks at Dumbarton Town hall to No campaigners on September 16, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. Yes and No supporters are campaigning in the last two days of the referendum to decide if Scotland will become an indpendent country. (Photo by Peter Macdiarmid/Getty Images)

GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 16: Former Prime Minister Gordon Brown pauses as he speaks at Dumbarton Town hall to No campaigners on September 16, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. Yes and No supporters are campaigning in the last two days of the referendum to decide if Scotland will become an indpendent country. (Photo by Peter Macdiarmid/Getty Images)

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Former Prime Minister Gordon Brown put some passion into the 'Better Together' argument

Former Prime Minister Gordon Brown put some passion into the 'Better Together' argument

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RENFREW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 16: Deputy First Minister Nicola Sturgeon meets with campaigners at Renfrew Town hall on September 16, 2014 in Renfrew, Scotland. With just two days of campaigning left before polling stations open and voters across the country will hold Scotlands future in their hands. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

RENFREW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 16: Deputy First Minister Nicola Sturgeon meets with campaigners at Renfrew Town hall on September 16, 2014 in Renfrew, Scotland. With just two days of campaigning left before polling stations open and voters across the country will hold Scotlands future in their hands. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

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RENFREW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 16: Deputy First Minister Nicola Sturgeon meets with campaigners at Renfrew Town hall on September 16, 2014 in Renfrew, Scotland. With just two days of campaigning left before polling stations open and voters across the country will hold Scotlands future in their hands. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

RENFREW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 16: Deputy First Minister Nicola Sturgeon meets with campaigners at Renfrew Town hall on September 16, 2014 in Renfrew, Scotland. With just two days of campaigning left before polling stations open and voters across the country will hold Scotlands future in their hands. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

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RENFREW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 16: Deputy First Minister Nicola Sturgeon meets with campaigners at Renfrew Town hall on September 16, 2014 in Renfrew, Scotland. With just two days of campaigning left before polling stations open and voters across the country will hold Scotlands future in their hands. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

RENFREW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 16: Deputy First Minister Nicola Sturgeon meets with campaigners at Renfrew Town hall on September 16, 2014 in Renfrew, Scotland. With just two days of campaigning left before polling stations open and voters across the country will hold Scotlands future in their hands. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

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RENFREW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 16: Deputy First Minister Nicola Sturgeon, eats a yes cake during a vist to meet with care workers at Renfrew Town hall on September 16, 2014 in Renfrew, Scotland. With just two days of campaigning left before polling stations open and voters across the country will hold Scotlands future in their hands. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

RENFREW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 16: Deputy First Minister Nicola Sturgeon, eats a yes cake during a vist to meet with care workers at Renfrew Town hall on September 16, 2014 in Renfrew, Scotland. With just two days of campaigning left before polling stations open and voters across the country will hold Scotlands future in their hands. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

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GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 16: Former British Prime Minister Gordon Brown arrives at Dumbarton Town hall to speak to No campaigners on September 16, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. Yes and No supporters are campaigning in the last two days of the referendum to decide if Scotland will become an indpendent country. (Photo by Peter Macdiarmid/Getty Images)

GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 16: Former British Prime Minister Gordon Brown arrives at Dumbarton Town hall to speak to No campaigners on September 16, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. Yes and No supporters are campaigning in the last two days of the referendum to decide if Scotland will become an indpendent country. (Photo by Peter Macdiarmid/Getty Images)

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RENFREW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 16: Deputy First Minister Nicola Sturgeon and Cabinet Secretary for Finance John Swinney, look on as 19 year old apprentice fabricator Craig McKee angle grinds a yes sign during their visit to Steel Engineering on September 16, 2014 in Renfrew, Scotland. With just two days of campaigning left before polling stations open and voters across the country will hold Scotlands future in their hands. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

RENFREW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 16: Deputy First Minister Nicola Sturgeon and Cabinet Secretary for Finance John Swinney, look on as 19 year old apprentice fabricator Craig McKee angle grinds a yes sign during their visit to Steel Engineering on September 16, 2014 in Renfrew, Scotland. With just two days of campaigning left before polling stations open and voters across the country will hold Scotlands future in their hands. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

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RENFREW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 16: Deputy First Minister Nicola Sturgeon and Cabinet Secretary for Finance John Swinney, look on as 19 year old apprentice fabricator Craig McKee holds a yes sign during their visit to Steel Engineering on September 16, 2014 in Renfrew, Scotland. With just two days of campaigning left before polling stations open and voters across the country will hold Scotlands future in their hands. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

RENFREW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 16: Deputy First Minister Nicola Sturgeon and Cabinet Secretary for Finance John Swinney, look on as 19 year old apprentice fabricator Craig McKee holds a yes sign during their visit to Steel Engineering on September 16, 2014 in Renfrew, Scotland. With just two days of campaigning left before polling stations open and voters across the country will hold Scotlands future in their hands. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

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EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: Volunteers for the Better Together campaign have a meeting before leaving to canvass from their Edinburgh office on September 15, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. With the campaigning for the independence referendum entering into the final few days, the latest opinion polls have suggested the outcome of the vote is still too close to call. (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images)

EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: Volunteers for the Better Together campaign have a meeting before leaving to canvass from their Edinburgh office on September 15, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. With the campaigning for the independence referendum entering into the final few days, the latest opinion polls have suggested the outcome of the vote is still too close to call. (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images)

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EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: People pass the Better Together Edinburgh office on September 15, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. With the campaigning for the independence referendum entering into the final few days, the latest opinion polls have suggested the outcome of the vote is still too close to call. (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images)

EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: People pass the Better Together Edinburgh office on September 15, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. With the campaigning for the independence referendum entering into the final few days, the latest opinion polls have suggested the outcome of the vote is still too close to call. (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images)

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KILMARNOCK, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: Alistair Darling leader of the Better Together and Margaret Curran meets with members of the public during a walk about on September 15, 2014 in Kilmarnock, Scotland. With just three days of campaigning left, First Minister Alex Salmond is meeting business people in Edinburgh and Prime Minister David Cameron is due to visit Scotland today ahead of Thursday's independence vote. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

KILMARNOCK, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: Alistair Darling leader of the Better Together and Margaret Curran meets with members of the public during a walk about on September 15, 2014 in Kilmarnock, Scotland. With just three days of campaigning left, First Minister Alex Salmond is meeting business people in Edinburgh and Prime Minister David Cameron is due to visit Scotland today ahead of Thursday's independence vote. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

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ABERDEEN, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: Prime Minister David Cameron addresses members of the No campaign on September 15, 2014 in Aberdeen,Scotland. The latest polls in Scotland's independence referendum put the No campaign back in the lead, the first time they have gained ground on the Yes campaign since the start of August. (Photo by Peter Macdiarmid/Getty Images)

ABERDEEN, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: Prime Minister David Cameron addresses members of the No campaign on September 15, 2014 in Aberdeen,Scotland. The latest polls in Scotland's independence referendum put the No campaign back in the lead, the first time they have gained ground on the Yes campaign since the start of August. (Photo by Peter Macdiarmid/Getty Images)

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KILMARNOCK, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: No supporters join, Alistair Darling leader of the Better Together meets with members of the public during a walk about on September 15, 2014 in Kilmarnock, Scotland. With just three days of campaigning left, First Minister Alex Salmond is meeting business people in Edinburgh and Prime Minister David Cameron is due to visit Scotland today ahead of Thursday's independence vote. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

KILMARNOCK, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: No supporters join, Alistair Darling leader of the Better Together meets with members of the public during a walk about on September 15, 2014 in Kilmarnock, Scotland. With just three days of campaigning left, First Minister Alex Salmond is meeting business people in Edinburgh and Prime Minister David Cameron is due to visit Scotland today ahead of Thursday's independence vote. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

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KILMARNOCK, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: Yes and No supporters exchange words during, as Alistair Darling leader of the Better Together meets with members of the public during a walk about on September 15, 2014 in Kilmarnock, Scotland. With just three days of campaigning left, First Minister Alex Salmond is meeting business people in Edinburgh and Prime Minister David Cameron is due to visit Scotland today ahead of Thursday's independence vote.. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

KILMARNOCK, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: Yes and No supporters exchange words during, as Alistair Darling leader of the Better Together meets with members of the public during a walk about on September 15, 2014 in Kilmarnock, Scotland. With just three days of campaigning left, First Minister Alex Salmond is meeting business people in Edinburgh and Prime Minister David Cameron is due to visit Scotland today ahead of Thursday's independence vote.. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

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EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: First Minister Alex Salmond speaks with the media at Edinburgh International Airport following a photocall in the arrival's hall on September 15, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. With the campaigning for the independence referendum entering into the final few days, the latest opinion polls have suggested the outcome of the vote is still too close to call. (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images)

EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: First Minister Alex Salmond speaks with the media at Edinburgh International Airport following a photocall in the arrival's hall on September 15, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. With the campaigning for the independence referendum entering into the final few days, the latest opinion polls have suggested the outcome of the vote is still too close to call. (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images)

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EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: First Minister Alex Salmond leaves Edinburgh International Airport following a photocall in the arrival's hall on September 15, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. With the campaigning for the independence referendum entering into the final few days, the latest opinion polls have suggested the outcome of the vote is still too close to call. (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images)

EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: First Minister Alex Salmond leaves Edinburgh International Airport following a photocall in the arrival's hall on September 15, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. With the campaigning for the independence referendum entering into the final few days, the latest opinion polls have suggested the outcome of the vote is still too close to call. (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images)

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EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: First Minister Alex Salmond leaves Edinburgh International Airport following a photocall in the arrival's hall on September 15, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. With the campaigning for the independence referendum entering into the final few days, the latest opinion polls have suggested the outcome of the vote is still too close to call. (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images)

EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: First Minister Alex Salmond leaves Edinburgh International Airport following a photocall in the arrival's hall on September 15, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. With the campaigning for the independence referendum entering into the final few days, the latest opinion polls have suggested the outcome of the vote is still too close to call. (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images)

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ABERDEEN, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: A yes campaigner stands by his branded van on September 15, 2014 in Aberdeen,Scotland. The latest polls in Scotland's independence referendum put the No campaign back in the lead, the first time they have gained ground on the Yes campaign since the start of August. (Photo by Peter Macdiarmid/Getty Images)

ABERDEEN, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: A yes campaigner stands by his branded van on September 15, 2014 in Aberdeen,Scotland. The latest polls in Scotland's independence referendum put the No campaign back in the lead, the first time they have gained ground on the Yes campaign since the start of August. (Photo by Peter Macdiarmid/Getty Images)

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BBC TV political editor Nick Robinson (R) interviews a No campaigner near Union Street on September 15, 2014 in Aberdeen,Scotland

BBC TV political editor Nick Robinson (R) interviews a No campaigner near Union Street on September 15, 2014 in Aberdeen,Scotland

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ABERDEEN, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: A yes campaigner passes a branch of the Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) on September 15, 2014 in Aberdeen,Scotland. The latest polls in Scotland's independence referendum put the No campaign back in the lead, the first time they have gained ground on the Yes campaign since the start of August. (Photo by Peter Macdiarmid/Getty Images)

ABERDEEN, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: A yes campaigner passes a branch of the Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) on September 15, 2014 in Aberdeen,Scotland. The latest polls in Scotland's independence referendum put the No campaign back in the lead, the first time they have gained ground on the Yes campaign since the start of August. (Photo by Peter Macdiarmid/Getty Images)

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ABERDEEN, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: A yes campaigners daughter gets caught up in a Saltire flag on September 15, 2014 in Aberdeen,Scotland. The latest polls in Scotland's independence referendum put the No campaign back in the lead, the first time they have gained ground on the Yes campaign since the start of August. (Photo by Peter Macdiarmid/Getty Images)

ABERDEEN, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: A yes campaigners daughter gets caught up in a Saltire flag on September 15, 2014 in Aberdeen,Scotland. The latest polls in Scotland's independence referendum put the No campaign back in the lead, the first time they have gained ground on the Yes campaign since the start of August. (Photo by Peter Macdiarmid/Getty Images)

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EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: First Minister Alex Salmond arrives at Edinburgh Airport for a photocall on September 15, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. With the campaigning for the independence referendum entering into the final few days, the latest opinion polls have suggested the outcome of the vote is still too close to call. (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images)

EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: First Minister Alex Salmond arrives at Edinburgh Airport for a photocall on September 15, 2014 in Edinburgh, Scotland. With the campaigning for the independence referendum entering into the final few days, the latest opinion polls have suggested the outcome of the vote is still too close to call. (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images)

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GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: Tariq Ali, addresses radical independence supporters, calling for a resounding Yes vote on September 15, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. With just three days of campaigning left, First Minister Alex Salmond is meeting business people in Edinburgh and Prime Minister David Cameron is due to visit Scotland today ahead of Thursday's independence vote. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: Tariq Ali, addresses radical independence supporters, calling for a resounding Yes vote on September 15, 2014 in Glasgow, Scotland. With just three days of campaigning left, First Minister Alex Salmond is meeting business people in Edinburgh and Prime Minister David Cameron is due to visit Scotland today ahead of Thursday's independence vote. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

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LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: People listen as Sir Bob Geldof speaks to members of the public and supporters of the 'Better Together' campaign from a raised stage in Trafalgar Square on September 15, 2014 in London, England. The latest polls in Scotland's independence referendum put the No campaign back in the lead, the first time they have gained ground on the Yes campaign since the start of August. (Photo by Dan Kitwood/Getty Images)

LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: People listen as Sir Bob Geldof speaks to members of the public and supporters of the 'Better Together' campaign from a raised stage in Trafalgar Square on September 15, 2014 in London, England. The latest polls in Scotland's independence referendum put the No campaign back in the lead, the first time they have gained ground on the Yes campaign since the start of August. (Photo by Dan Kitwood/Getty Images)

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LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: People wave flags as Sir Bob Geldof speaks to members of the public and supporters of the 'Better Together' campaign from a raised stage in Trafalgar Square on September 15, 2014 in London, England. The latest polls in Scotland's independence referendum put the No campaign back in the lead, the first time they have gained ground on the Yes campaign since the start of August. (Photo by Dan Kitwood/Getty Images)

LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: People wave flags as Sir Bob Geldof speaks to members of the public and supporters of the 'Better Together' campaign from a raised stage in Trafalgar Square on September 15, 2014 in London, England. The latest polls in Scotland's independence referendum put the No campaign back in the lead, the first time they have gained ground on the Yes campaign since the start of August. (Photo by Dan Kitwood/Getty Images)

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LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: Sir Bob Geldof speaks to members of the public and supporters of the 'Better Together' campaign from a raised stage in Trafalgar Square on September 15, 2014 in London, England. The latest polls in Scotland's independence referendum put the No campaign back in the lead, the first time they have gained ground on the Yes campaign since the start of August. (Photo by Dan Kitwood/Getty Images)

LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: Sir Bob Geldof speaks to members of the public and supporters of the 'Better Together' campaign from a raised stage in Trafalgar Square on September 15, 2014 in London, England. The latest polls in Scotland's independence referendum put the No campaign back in the lead, the first time they have gained ground on the Yes campaign since the start of August. (Photo by Dan Kitwood/Getty Images)

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LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: People wave flags as Sir Bob Geldof speaks to members of the public and supporters of the 'Better Together' campaign from a raised stage in Trafalgar Square on September 15, 2014 in London, England. The latest polls in Scotland's independence referendum put the No campaign back in the lead, the first time they have gained ground on the Yes campaign since the start of August. (Photo by Dan Kitwood/Getty Images)

LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 15: People wave flags as Sir Bob Geldof speaks to members of the public and supporters of the 'Better Together' campaign from a raised stage in Trafalgar Square on September 15, 2014 in London, England. The latest polls in Scotland's independence referendum put the No campaign back in the lead, the first time they have gained ground on the Yes campaign since the start of August. (Photo by Dan Kitwood/Getty Images)

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First Minister of Scotland Alex Salmond during a press conference at Dynamic Earth in Edinburgh after. Pic Danny Lawson/PA Wire

By Victoria O'Hara

The political system in Northern Ireland urgently needs to be "rebooted" if it is to become an efficient model of government, according to a lead adviser to the Scottish No campaign.

Quintin Oliver, who worked on the Better Together campaign and also led the Yes campaign in the 1998 Referendum on the Good Friday Agreement, said the current political gridlock can be tackled in the wake of the Scottish vote.

The comments by the Belfast-based referendums specialist were made after Prime Minister David Cameron said that work must be done in Northern Ireland to "ensure the devolved institutions function effectively".

"That was his code to say: 'Look, you've reached the buffers, you are not using the powers'," Mr Oliver said.

After the No vote by Scotland on independence, Mr Cameron launched a UK-wide constitutional shake-up – with Northern Ireland set to get extra powers within months.

Mr Oliver described this step – hailed as one of the most significant developments in British politics in a generation – as an opportunity to "leap out from the deadlock" in Northern Ireland.

While change is needed, he said the sensitive issues that "haunt" the past must be addressed.

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His comments come after calls were made for greater "political maturity" to be adopted by politicians in the province, as demonstrated throughout the Scottish campaign.

Scottish voters decisively rejected independence.

The No side won with 2,001,926 votes over 1,617,989 for Yes.

Mr Oliver, however, said a main difference between the two countries is Scotland's political landscape is not coloured by the same violent past.

"If you are looking at comparisons, during the referendum here in 1998 there were voters assassinated and multiple murders during the campaign," he said.

"It is the deadlock of a fierce and nasty conflict where people used violence to kill each other. That is still haunting us."

Mr Oliver said there was a "wholly different context" to both political environments.

"In Scotland there was passionate, fierce and robust debate and a few eggs thrown, so the context was wholly different."

He said "huge progress" had been made in terms of peace-building, but now things had halted.

"We have had 15 years of relative political stability to the point of gridlock. We reached the end of that 15-year period and now we need rebooted. We have ground to a halt.

"Interestingly, I think the Scottish referendum will help that."

The Westminster parties had promised to hand more powers to the Scottish Parliament in the event of a No vote.

"For us, this is a chance to leap out from the deadlock that we've reached if we can approach that positively whilst underpinning the very important institutions of the Good Friday Agreement," Mr Oliver said.

Politicians, including the SDLP's Alban Maginness, said Northern Ireland can learn a lot from the Scottish campaign.

"The manner in which the debate was conducted was cool-headed.

"It was a good example of how you could democratically and peacefully address an issue of fundamental importance such as sovereignty without people taking to the barricades," Mr Maginness said.

Meanwhile, Professor Graham Walker, director of research in politics and international studies at Queen's University, Belfast, agreed there was a lot of frustration about how Stormont had or had not worked.

He said: "The thorny issues that the Haass talks were not able to resolve, I think they will have to be confronted and something done about those in order to try and draw a line about the past.

"So it's very easy to say we have to move on, we can really only move on when we get some kind of outcome that satisfies people across the divide about these very sensitive issues on the past."

Background

Scotland opted to stay in the United Kingdom after voters rejected independence. The No side won with 2,001,926 votes (55%) to 1,617,989 votes (45%) for the Yes campaign. David Cameron has promised draft legislation by the end of January on handing more powers over tax, spending and welfare to Scotland, which would come into effect after the May 2015 general election. He has also acknowledged that the people of England, Wales and Northern Ireland must have a bigger say over their affairs, too.

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