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Possible candidates to be new First Minister of Scotland

There are several candidates who could be appointed to replace Nicola Sturgeon as SNP leader.

The Independent UK

Why is Nicola Sturgeon resigning as Scottish First Minister?

Ms Sturgeon has acted as Scotland's First Minister for nearly 10 years and has guided the nation through some of its largest hurdles in decades

Manchester Evening News

Nicola Sturgeon: Who is first minister's husband as she steps down after eight years

He has been CEO of the SNP since 1999. Critics of the leading party have questioned the repercussions of the couple holding two of the most powerful positions in the country.

Edinburgh Live

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Key points from Nicola Sturgeon's resignation speech as First Minister steps down

The First Minister of Scotland will be stepping down from her position after over eight years leading the people of Scotland - here is all you need to know from her announcement.

Edinburgh Live

Unionists react to Nicola Sturgeon's resignation

UNIONISTS have reacted to the news that Nicola Sturgeon has announced her resignation as Scotland’s First Minister.

The National (Scotland)

Nicola Sturgeon dubbed ‘finest public servant’ of devolution age

Supporters of Nicola Sturgeon have paid tribute to the outgoing First Minister as she tendered her resignation at Bute House on Wednesday.

The Independent UK

SNP poll share has dipped though party remains ahead of rivals

The recent drop in support comes alongside a rise in support for Labour.

The Independent UK

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WATCH: Nicola Sturgeon deals with far-right extremists at polling station

AS Nicola Sturgeon announces her resignation, we are remembering some of her best moments. We are republishing this story from 2021.

The National (Scotland)

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon's resignation speech: Read it in full

NICOLA Sturgeon is to step down as First Minister. The SNP leader said she would be leaving the role once a successor could be chosen. The news was…

The National (Scotland)

Scotland's independence champion Nicola Sturgeon announces shock resignation

Nicola Sturgeon, Scotland's First Minister and leader of the Scottish National Party, has announced her decision to resign after eight years leading the devolved government in Edinburgh.

Radio France Internationale

My resignation will aid independence movement, Nicola Sturgeon says

NICOLA Sturgeon said her resignation would accelerate the independence movement because she is a divisive figure.

The National (Scotland)

The 'time is right' says Nicola Sturgeon as she steps down as First Minister for Scotland

The MSP denied she was reacting to short term pressure saying the move was 'right for me, for my party and for the country'

Wales Online

Nicola Sturgeon: Who will replace first minister after shock resignation announcement

Following the first minister's shock resignation announcement on Wednesday, talk has already begun over who could replace Nicola Sturgeon as the new leader of the SNP.

Edinburgh Live

John Curtice delivers verdict on why Nicola Sturgeon stepped down as First Minister

POLLING expert Professor John Curtice has given a verdict on what he thought was behind Nicola Sturgeon's decision to step down ...

The National (Scotland)

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Daily Record

Nicola Sturgeon resigns as Scotland's First Minister - reaction as 'formidable' leader stands down

Ms Sturgeon made the announcement at Bute House this morning

The National (Scotland)

Nicola Sturgeon owes Douglas Ross £50 after lost resignation bet

NICOLA Sturgeon has wagered Douglas Ross that she will not step down as First Minister before the next Holyrood election, according to reports.

Insider UK

Nicola Sturgeon quits as First Minister saying decision is 'right for me, for my party and for the country'

Longest-serving First Minister will stay on until new leader is elected - and says the tone of Scottish politics needs to change

Reuters

Scotland's Sturgeon to quit, will remain until a successor has been found

Nicola Sturgeon said on Wednesday she would resign as Scotland's first minister after eight years in the job.

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The National (Scotland)

Who will replace Nicola Sturgeon as First Minister?

NICOLA Sturgeon has announced that she will step down as First Minister after more than eight years.

Liverpool Echo

Veteran Labour councillor to challenge party as independent after being blocked from standing

Cllr Gerard Woodhouse hits out at Labour colleagues as he announces plan to stand in ward he has represented since 2010

Glasgow Live

Nicola Sturgeon confirms resignation as Scotland's First Minister after more than eight years

The First Minister of Scotland, Nicola Sturgeon, confirmed she will step down from the role at a news conference in Bute House this morning. Ms Sturgeon has held the role for more than eight years.

The Independent UK

Nicola Sturgeon announces plan to resign, saying the ‘time is now’ to go

The First Minister made the shock announcement at a press conference in Bute House, Edinburgh.

France 24

Scotland's First Minister Sturgeon announces resignation after 8 years in office

Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon on Wednesday announced her intention to resign, saying that part of serving in politics is knowing when it is time to make way for someone else.

Daily Record

Nicola Sturgeon confirms she will resign as First Minister after leading Scotland since 2014

The First Minister has stunned the political world by confirming her intention to leave the job she has held since 2014.

The Guardian - UK

Who will replace Nicola Sturgeon? Scottish leadership runners and riders

From trusted deputy first minister John Swinney to Kate Forbes and Humza Yousaf, here are the possible names in the hat

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