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'No Nicola Sturgeon succession' if Scotland voted Yes in 2014, journalist claims

If Scotland had voted to become independent in 2014, Nicola Sturgeon would not have risen to prominence in politics, a journalist has claimed.

The National (Scotland) · Dec 31, 2024

Review of the year: What happened in Scottish politics in 2024?

AT the start of 2024, Humza Yousaf was the first minister, the SNP and Greens were partners in the Scottish Government, the SNP had 48 MPs at…

The National (Scotland) · Dec 31, 2024

The Scottish political year in review

With a new First Minister, a general election, and the death of a ‘monumental’ political figure, it has been a memorable year in Scottish politics.

Evening Standard · Dec 31, 2024

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New book questions Robert Burns' ties to Scottish independence movement

A NEW book raises the question of whether Burns is the best cultural icon for the Yes movement...

The National (Scotland) · Dec 22, 2024

Alex Salmond spoke to police to help Operation Branchform SNP probe, report says

ALEX Salmond spoke to police investigating the SNP finances to help with the probe, reports have said ...

The National (Scotland) · Dec 18, 2024

Scottish Government publishes emails on Alex Salmond repatriation efforts

THE UK Government considered using the Royal Air Force (RAF) to return Alex Salmond from North Macedonia following his death, emails show ...

The National (Scotland) · Dec 17, 2024

Humza Yousaf: A trailblazer in the top job who was never in control

Scotland’s former first minister had a shaky tenure in charge.

Evening Standard · Dec 17, 2024

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Alex Salmond’s niece to contest his former seat at Holyrood for Alba

The former first minister died in October, having already announced plans to stand once again in the 2026 election.

The Independent UK · Dec 11, 2024

Alex Salmond's niece to stand for Alba in his place in 2026 Holyrood elections

ALEX Salmond’s niece has announced plans to run in his place in the 2026 Holyrood elections ...

The National (Scotland) · Dec 11, 2024

John Swinney addresses shouts of 'traitor' at Alex Salmond's memorial

SCOTLAND'S First Minister has responded to shouts of "traitor" from the crowd outside the memorial of Alex Salmond last month.

The National (Scotland) · Dec 9, 2024

Nicola Sturgeon hits back as Russell Findlay claims she was 'hostile' to media

NICOLA Sturgeon has hit back at Russell Findlay after he hit out at SNP-led Scottish governments for their handling of the media...

The National (Scotland) · Dec 9, 2024

Angus MacNeil: Alba can make political breakthrough without Alex Salmond

THE rise of Reform UK and the sudden fall of Labour in the polls shows Alba can be electorally successful despite the death of Alex Salmond, former…

The National (Scotland) · Dec 8, 2024

Nicola Sturgeon says she's 'not out to settle scores' as she opens up on her memoir

NICOLA Sturgeon said she is not out to “settle scores” in her memoir but made no promises that she might “ruffle” some feathers in her book…

The National (Scotland) · Dec 7, 2024

Leading Scottish lawyer joins Alba to 'help ensure Alex Salmond's legacy continues'

A LEADING Scottish lawyers has announced that he has joined the ALBA Party ...

The National (Scotland) · Dec 2, 2024

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The National (Scotland) · Nov 30, 2024

Read Christina Hendry's full tribute to her uncle Alex Salmond

CHRISTINA Hendry was among those to pay tribute to Alex Salmond at the former first minister's memorial service on Saturday.

The National (Scotland) · Nov 30, 2024

'The man o' independent mind': What it was like at Alex Salmond's memorial service

I went to Alex Salmond's memorial service at St Giles' Cathedral in Edinburgh and I’ll forever remember the moment I understood what Salmond had…

The Independent UK · Nov 30, 2024

Scottish political giants remember Alex Salmond at memorial service

Gordon Brown and John Swinney were among Scottish political figures who remembered Alex Salmond at a memorial service in Edinburgh on Saturday, 30 November.

The Guardian - UK · Nov 30, 2024

Mourners honour ‘political genius’ Alex Salmond at Edinburgh service

Family and friends gathered for speeches and musical performances from the Proclaimers and Dougie MacLean

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Evening Standard · Nov 30, 2024

Swinney and Brown at memorial service for ‘giant of a man’ Alex Salmond

The former prime minister and current Scottish First Minister were among the congregation at a memorial service in Edinburgh on St Andrew’s Day.

The National (Scotland) · Nov 30, 2024

‘The dream lives on’: New member-owned independence party launched in Perth

A NEW political party launched today with a single mission in mind:

The National (Scotland) · Nov 30, 2024

Watch Dougie MacLean's full performance of Caledonia at Alex Salmond's memorial

SCOTTISH singer Dougie MacLean performed Caledonia at a memorial service for Alex Salmond in Edinburgh on Saturday...

The National (Scotland) · Nov 30, 2024

Read Kenny MacAskill's full tribute to Alex Salmond at Edinburgh memorial

KENNY MacAskill was among those to pay tribute to Alex Salmond at the former first minister's memorial service on Saturday...

Evening Standard · Nov 30, 2024

John Swinney and Gordon Brown at Alex Salmond memorial service

First Minister John Swinney and former prime minister Gordon Brown are at the service at St Giles’ Cathedral in the Scottish capital.

The National (Scotland) · Nov 30, 2024

Alex Salmond's memorial to take place today – see the full order of service

A MEMORIAL for former first minister Alex Salmond is set to take place in Edinburgh today...

The Independent UK · Nov 30, 2024

Political leaders to pay tribute to Alex Salmond at memorial service

Former first minister Alex Salmond died in North Macedonia in October

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