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Scottish independence: Predicted effect on tax levels 2013 survey

Do you think that, as a result of independence, taxes in Scotland would become higher, lower or would it make no difference?

The data displays a distribution of respondents to a survey question designed to find out how those residing in Scotland think taxes would be effected if, in September 2014, Scotland voted 'yes' for independence from the UK. With a great deal of campaigning taking place on both sides of the debate, the 'no' vote usually has the most supporters in the polls. In January 2013, the most commonly anticipated result was one of increase, with the majority (56%) saying they thought taxes would be a lot or a little higher.

A lot higher 16
A little higher 40
No difference 30
A little lower 5
A lot lower 1
Don't know 9