Two-thirds of Scots, including nearly half of those who voted for Brexit, want the withdrawal from the EU to be delayed while the country focuses on battling the coronavirus outbreak, according to a new poll.

The latest Panelbase survey for The Sunday Times finds that 67% of voters in Scotland believe the transition period, which is meant to conclude at the end of the year, should now be extended. About a fifth (21%) are opposed to delay, while 12% did not know.

Among leave voters, 45% agree that Brexit activities should be halted during the crisis with the transition period extended if necessary, while 42% said the transition period should end in December regardless and 12% were unsure.

Last week, it was announced that the