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Former Alex Salmond aide urges John Swinney to hold indyref2 referendum

JOHN Swinney must go to the people of Scotland to ask whether the country should have a second independence referendum, according to Alex…

The National (Scotland) · Sep 13

Alex Salmond's former Alba aide takes on anti-abortion lobbying role

A former SNP councillor and aide to Alex Salmond has been named as a lobbyist for an anti-abortion group

The National (Scotland) · Aug 13

Alba at risk of being locked out of Holyrood election amid legal battle

ALBA face the risk of being legally unable to stand candidates at next year’s Holyrood election because of a bitter dispute with a former senior…

The National (Scotland) · Oct 5, 2025

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Broadcast watchdog called in over Labour's 'misleading' Scottish water claim

AN interview in which a top Labour minister’s claim that “pollution levels in Scotland are worse than they are in England” went unchallenged…

The National (Scotland) · Jul 22, 2025

SNP MP dismisses call for party to enter House of Lords

A CALL to end the SNP’s boycott of the House of Lords has been dismissed by one of the party’s top politicians.

The National (Scotland) · Jul 14, 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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Alba to review leadership election after 'false' claims vote 'was rigged'

ALBA’S leadership election is to be reviewed in an attempt to quash accusations briefed to the media that the vote was “rigged” ...

The National (Scotland) · Apr 2, 2025

Westminster will not ignore electoral mandate for independence claims Kenny MacAskill

ALBA leader Kenny MacAskill has insisted Westminster will not ignore an electoral mandate for independence.

The National (Scotland) · Mar 28, 2025

Kenny MacAskill: Reaching out to the independence movement is my priority

Kenny MacAskill has said reaching out to the grassroots independence movement "who keep the flames of independence alive" is his priority…

The National (Scotland) · Mar 26, 2025

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

Bombshell as former Alba official vows legal action after losing leadership race

FORMER Alba general secretary Chris McEleny has said he will be launching legal action against the party, claiming his removal from the role was…

The National (Scotland) · Mar 26, 2025

Kenny MacAskill narrowly beats Ash Regan to be elected Alba leader

ALBA have elected Kenny MacAskill party leader ...

The National (Scotland) · 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

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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…

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 ...

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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.

The National (Scotland) · Feb 17, 2025

Ash Regan and Kenny MacAskill secure Alba leadership ballot place

ASH Regan and Kenny MacAskill have secured places on the Alba leadership ballot after reaching the nominations threshold.

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