Counting Starts in Historic Scotland Independence Referendum

Counting started in Scotland's historic referendum that will decide whether the country leaves its 307-year-old union with England and becomes an independent state. Some areas have reported 90 per cent turnout. Around 97 percent of the 4 million people eligible to vote have registered to cast their ballot. People across Britain and the world are awaiting the outcome, with polls scheduled to close in a few hours time. During the run-up to the vote, the polls have been...

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