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John Swinney on 10 things that changed his life

After 15 years at the heart of the Scottish Government, John Swinney stepped back from frontline politics in 2023. But just over a year later, the…

The National (Scotland) · Jul 6, 2025

Craig Murray: I was blocked from standing for Alba at 2026 election

FORMER diplomat Craig Murray has claimed he has been blocked from standing as an Alba Party candidate due to his contempt of court conviction…

The National (Scotland) · Jun 25, 2025

Alex Salmond news and interviews on the former first minister

ALEX Salmond was a former first minister of Scotland.

The National (Scotland) · Jun 2, 2025

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Why Alberta’s push for independence pales in comparison to Scotland’s in 2014

One day after the Liberal Party secured their fourth consecutive federal election victory, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith tabled legislation to change the signature threshold needed to put citizen-proposed constitutional questions on the ballot. She lowered it from the current 600,000 signatures to 177,000.

The Conversation · May 27, 2025

John Curtice: The state of play for Scottish parties a year out from Holyrood vote

IN a year’s time, Scots across the country will be queuing up at polling stations ready to cast their ballots in the Holyrood election.

The National (Scotland) · May 11, 2025

Chris McEleny expelled from Alba following investigation, party confirms

CHRIS McEleny has been expelled from Alba following an investigation into “gross misconduct” by the former general secretary, the party has…

The National (Scotland) · May 3, 2025

Chris McEleny suspended for 'gross misconduct', Alba confirm

CHRIS McEleny has been suspended from Alba after he was “dismissed” from his role for “gross misconduct”, the party has confirmed ...

The National (Scotland) · Apr 19, 2025

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Former Alba official threatens legal action over dismissal as new leader elected

The divisions in the party were apparent at an event where Kenny MacAskill narrowly won the vote to succeed Alex Salmond.

The Independent UK · Mar 26, 2025

New Alba Party leader Kenny MacAskill vows to ‘deliver dream of independence’

The former Scottish justice secretary takes the helm following the death of his predecessor Alex Salmond in October.

The Independent UK · Mar 26, 2025

Can free university tuition really continue in Scotland?

IN November 2014 former first minister Alex Salmond unveiled a stone at Heriot Watt University inscribed with the message: "The rocks will melt…

The National (Scotland) · Mar 24, 2025

MoD under fire over nuclear clean-up in Scotland making it 'someone else’s problem'

THE Ministry of Defence has been accused of trying to avoid responsibility for cleaning up a military nuclear site on the north coast of Scotland by…

The National (Scotland) · Mar 23, 2025

We know Nicola Sturgeon will stand down next year. But don’t write her off just yet

For all the challenges, flaws and failures, there was a symbolism to her tenure that still engages the public and inspires younger activists, says Guardian writer Libby Brooks

The Guardian - UK · Mar 14, 2025

Nicola Sturgeon: History-maker who was Scotland’s first female leader

The former first minister announced she plans to step down at the 2026 Holyrood election.

The Independent UK · Mar 12, 2025

Timeline of Nicola Sturgeon's time as an MSP and first minister

FORMER Scottish first minister Nicola Sturgeon has announced she will not seek re-election to Holyrood next year ...

The National (Scotland) · Mar 12, 2025

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The National (Scotland) · Mar 11, 2025

'It is surprising': Shock as Alex Salmond died without leaving a will

THE former first minister of Scotland died without leaving a will, according to reports

The National (Scotland) · Mar 9, 2025

Alba warned members could face £35k legal bill after top Alex Salmond ally sacked

Alba Party members could be on the hook for a £36,000 legal bill after one of Alex Salmond’s closest allies was sacked.

The National (Scotland) · Mar 7, 2025

Alba leadership candidates address party infighting and bullying allegations

THE Alba Party leadership candidates have addressed recent party infighting and allegations of bullying within the party.

The National (Scotland) · Mar 6, 2025

John Swinney 'pushed SNP to back Iraq war', party grandee claims

JOHN Swinney pushed the SNP to come out in support of the Iraq war during his first tenure as leader, a former Scottish Cabinet secretary has said…

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The National (Scotland) · Mar 1, 2025

Chris McEleny issues update on Alba deputy leadership bid

ALBA’S Chris McEleny has issued an update on his bid to become the party’s next deputy leader ...

The National (Scotland) · Feb 27, 2025

Chris McEleny 'sacked from Alba and having membership reviewed', acting leader says

CHRIS McEleny has been fired from Alba and is having his membership of the party reviewed, acting leader Kenny MacAskill has said ...

The National (Scotland) · Feb 23, 2025

Ally of Alex Salmond to complete ‘revelatory’ memoirs of former first minster

THE memoirs of Alex Salmond will be completed by one of the former first minister's key aides and published later this year, it has been revealed…

Evening Standard · Feb 21, 2025

Salmond and I planned new Scottish town called Independence – McEleny

The candidate for the Alba Party’s deputy leadership has emphasised his close links with the late former first minister.

The Independent UK · Feb 21, 2025

Alex Salmond and I wanted to create a new Scottish town and call it Independence, says leadership hopeful

The candidate for the Alba Party’s deputy leadership has emphasised his close links with the late former first minister

The National (Scotland) · Feb 21, 2025

Alex Salmond 'wanted a new Scottish town called Independence', ally says

ALEX Salmond wanted a new Scottish town to be built and named “Independence”, a close ally of the late former first minister has said ...

The National (Scotland) · Feb 18, 2025

Chris McEleny to run for Alba deputy leader

CHRIS McEleny has announced he will stand to become the next deputy leader of the Alba Party.

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