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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

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

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)

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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)

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

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

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)

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'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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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…

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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

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)

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)

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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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.

The National (Scotland)

Kenny MacAskill claims Alex Salmond would have backed him to be Alba leader

KENNY MacAskill has claimed that Alba’s former leader Alex Salmond would have backed him to become his successor ...

The National (Scotland)

Alba suspend Chris McEleny from party role for 'gross misconduct'

ALBA Party’s general secretary Chris McEleny has reportedly been suspended from his role for “gross misconduct” ...

The National (Scotland)

Alba in chaos as acting leader forced to rebut 'harassment' allegations

ALBA’S leadership contest has descended into chaos after accusations of bullying and harassment were levelled against top contender Kenny…

The National (Scotland)

Leaked emails reveal Kenny MacAskill’s concerns over Alex Salmond’s Alba

ALBA was becoming a commercial enterprise under Alex Salmond – but the party’s “fan club” membership saw no issue in that, Kenny MacAskill…

The National (Scotland)

Alex Salmond would have wanted me to be Alba leader, claims Ash Regan

ASH Regan has said that Alex Salmond would have thought it made sense for her to replace him as Alba leader...

The National (Scotland)

Alba face first leadership contest – but can they survive without Alex Salmond?

KENNY MacAskill’s decision to contest the Alba leadership against Ash Regan triggers the party’s first leadership election in its five years of…

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