The campaign to save the Union has more than doubled its lead to a record high following Alex Salmond's TV debate meltdown, a sensational new poll has revealed. An exclusive survey for the Scottish Daily Mail has found that viewers overwhelmingly believe Alistair Darling crushed his opponent, and nearly a quarter of those who watched are now more likely to reject independence. At the end of a torrid week for the SNP, Mr Salmond now has only 39 days of campaigning to revive his lifeless bid to break-up Britain before the historic referendum on September 18. Scroll down for video
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Viewers believe Alistair Darling crushed Alex Salmond in live televised debate
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Poll reveals nearly quarter of viewers now more likely to reject independence
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More than two-thirds of 1,010 Scots polled said First Minister needs 'plan B'
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