The SNP is within touching distance of a majority at Holyrood, according to a new poll showing the party pulling further ahead as Labour support declines.

The latest figures put the SNP on 39 percent in the constituency vote, a three point rise, placing them 24 points clear of Labour following a significant drop for the party.

The poll suggests momentum is continuing to shift, with Labour and Reform both struggling to gain ground as the election approaches.

It also shows First Minister John Swinney strengthening his position, with his personal ratings improving since the last Ipsos poll.

The findings come at a crucial point in the campaign, with the SNP now edging closer to what would be a historic majority in the Scottish Parliament.

Angus Robertson said:

“This is a very encouraging poll confirming that the SNP’s positive message that we will improve the NHS, support people with the cost of living and deliver the fresh start of independence is resonating with people in Scotland.

“We are within touching distance of a historic majority but we will be taking nothing for granted, the SNP will work night and day between now and the election to earn and re-earn the trust of the people of Scotland.

“This poll also shows that Labour and Reform’s dismal, negative campaigns are getting them absolutely nowhere, they have nothing positive to offer Scotland and people can see right through them.

“And Labour’s abject failure to deal with the cost of energy and petrol will continue to haunt them throughout this campaign.

“On May 7th by casting both votes SNP, people in Scotland can ensure we have an SNP Government that is always on Scotland’s side and deliver a majority that will unlock the fresh start of independence and lock Nigel Farage out of power in Scotland.”

The poll reinforces the SNP’s position as the leading force in Scottish politics, while raising fresh questions for Labour as it seeks to recover ground.

With the campaign entering its final phase, attention is now turning to whether the SNP can convert its lead into a working majority.