Support for independence has dramatically stalled in a major boost for the union just seven days before next week's historic referendum - as women, pensioners and students unite against separation. First Minister Alex Salmond showed signs of pressure getting to him today, as Lloyds Bank and even Royal Bank of Scotland threatened to quit an independent Scotland while John Lewis warned it would push up prices for customers. The latest opinion poll puts the No camp six points ahead, but revealed major regional splits over independence - with support for the Union holding up in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Lothian and Fife but falling away in formerly strong Labour areas in central and west Scotland.
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Poll  puts the 'No' campaign six points ahead, halting independence surge
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Over 65s, under 24s and women unpersuaded by independence campaign
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Glasgow, Edinburgh and Borders strongly in favour of the Union
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But old Labour heartlands in central and west Scotland backing separation
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Under-pressure Salmond insists Scotland on the cusp of making history
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But Lloyds and Royal Bank of Scotland threaten to relocate to England
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John Lewis and Asda warn prices will rise if Scotland is independent
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Standard Life announced it would move jobs to England if Scotland leaves
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BP says North Sea oil industry is 'best served' by Scotland remaining in UK
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