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Alex Salmond news and interviews on the former first minister

ALEX Salmond was a former first minister of Scotland.

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Independence group urges party leaders to stand against genocide in Gaza

YES party leaders have been urged to come together and stand against the ongoing genocide in Gaza

The National (Scotland)

Kate Richardson: It took hitting rock bottom to get help, but now I'm happy again

Exactly a year ago, Kate Richardson's life changed dramatically. Having been hit by a 4x4 while on a training ride, she sprawled into a depression…

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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.

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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)

Pro-independence parties urged to sign electoral pact ahead of Holyrood election

An SNP activist and long-time independence campaigner has called for an electoral pact between pro-independence parties ahead of the 2026 Holyrood…

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'Utterly pointless': Alba chief slams calls to ban Kneecap from TRNSMT

ALBA party leader Kenny MacAskill has come out in defence of the rap trio Kneecap after a video emerged of a band member allegedly saying “kill…

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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)

Long-abandoned Welsh Mine Revived As Gold Prices Soar

At the bottom of a long-abandoned mine, 50 metres below the surface, one company searches for rare Welsh gold, attracted by soaring prices and its royal connection.

International Business Times

New poll predicts huge 29-seat pro-independence majority at Holyrood election

HOLYROOD will see a huge pro-independence majority of 29 MSPs after next year's elections, according to an exclusive new poll for The National ...

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Tommy Sheridan elected to Alba Party governing body

FORMER MSP and Hope Over Fear founder Tommy Sheridan has been elected to the governing body of the Alba Party.

The National (Scotland)

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)

Call for pro-independence leaders summit ahead of 2026 Holyrood election

AN SNP activist and long-time independence campaigner has called for a summit between the leaders of Scotland’s three main independence parties…

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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.

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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 National (Scotland)

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 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 National (Scotland)

Kenny MacAskill narrowly beats Ash Regan to be elected Alba leader

ALBA have elected Kenny MacAskill party leader ...

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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)

John Swinney responds to poll predicting pro-independence majority at Holyrood

FIRST Minister John Swinney has said recent polling indicating Holyrood would have a pro-independence majority in 2026 shows “all you need to…

The National (Scotland)

'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)

Watch The National's Alba Party hustings between Ash Regan and Kenny MacAskill

THE National hosted a hustings between Alba Party leadership candidates Ash Regan and Kenny MacAskill last night ...

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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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