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Analysis-Scotland's Sturgeon bows out at 'critical moment' for independence fight

With the cause of Scottish independence stalled by a Westminster government veto on a new referendum, nationalist leader Nicola Sturgeon on Wednesday offered a new approach to break the deadlock - her resignation as first minister of Scotland.

Reuters · Feb 15, 2023

Nicola Sturgeon resignation: why now – and what happens next on key issues?

Independence campaign and gender recognition laws will be at top of successor’s in-tray

The Guardian - UK · Feb 15, 2023

Nominations are now OPEN to replace Nicola Sturgeon, SNP confirm

NOMINATIONS are open now to replace Nicola Sturgeon as the leader of the SNP, the party has confirmed.

The National (Scotland) · Feb 15, 2023

Irish premier hails Nicola Sturgeon as 'true European' in tribute to outgoing FM

IRELAND'S premier Leo Varadkar has hailed Nicola Sturgeon as a “true European”.

The National (Scotland) · Feb 15, 2023

Jeremy Corbyn is ‘in his heart of hearts a Brexiter’, says Diane Abbott

One of the former Labour leader’s closest allies said he is ‘anti-EU’, backing up a suspicion many critics have long held.

The Independent UK · Feb 15, 2023

Glasgow council set for budget showdown as SNP propose cuts to plug £60m black hole

The biggest party on the council will bring forward its proposals on Thursday, and has criticised Labour and the Conservatives for refusing to put up any alternative budget proposals.

Glasgow Live · Feb 15, 2023

Ireland’s premier hails Nicola Sturgeon as a ‘true European’

Leo Varadkar paid tribute to the outgoing Scottish first minister in comments to the Dail parliament in Dublin.

The Independent UK · Feb 15, 2023

Nicola Sturgeon hailed as 'most capable politician in the UK' by Martin Compston

The Line of Duty star has been outspoken on his support for independence and praised the outgoing FM for "running rings round" political rivals.

Daily Record · Feb 15, 2023

Protocol deal must address ‘democratic deficit’ in NI, DUP MP insists

Sinn Fein’s Michelle O’Neill said the DUP had to stop holding people in Northern Ireland ‘to ransom’.

The Independent UK · Feb 15, 2023

Nicola Sturgeon was a 'feisty' Ayrshire lassie who 'rose above abuse to lead country' - politicians react to shock resignation

SNP colleagues in Ayrshire have been reacting to Nicola Sturgeon's bombshell resignation.

Daily Record · Feb 15, 2023