It's worth noting an irony in both Wales and Scotland. The nationalist parties are likely to prosper, but independence hasn't been a major part of the political conversation in either country this time. Plaid admits independence isn't on the table for now. The SNP still believes it would have a mandate for a new independence referendum if it got a majority. But for voters, the cost of living, the NHS and immigration have been the topics of concern in the run-up to polling day - not constitutional issues.