Scotland's First Minister Alex Salmond Friday admitted defeat in the independence referendum. The official result will be announced later in the day.
With results of 30 out of the country's 32 council areas being declared, the "No" -- those against independence -- have an unassailable lead of 1,877,252 votes to 1,512,688, the BBC reported.
Published 19 September 2014, 06:46 IST