A poll released this week has shown a slump in support for the Conservatives in Scotland with Labour and the SNP increasing their support, and the Liberal Democrats maintaining steady support.

The poll was carried out by TNS-BRMB, who interviewed 1000 people about they would support in the upcoming Scottish elections next year.

Figures showed that the Conservatives had dropped from 13 percent to 10 percent in the first-past-the-post vote and 12 percent to 11 percent in the regional vote.

However, the story was different for their Lib Dem coalition partners, who many thought would suffer badly. Their first-past-the-post and regional votes have remained unchanged at 11 percent and 12 percent respectively.

Both Labour and the SNP have increased their popularity with Labour coming out on top.

Chris Eynon, from TNS-BMRB, said: “While the SNP has recorded a slight recovery from their low point in May to lie close to their actual share of vote in 2007, the poll confirms the recent surge in support for Labour.

“At 46 percent , they now lie 14 percent ahead of their nearest rivals and must feel optimistic about regaining power in Scotland in May 2011, barring any mishaps – which are less likely now with Labour in opposition both nationally and in Scotland.