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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

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)

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.

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Kenny MacAskill narrowly beats Ash Regan to be elected Alba leader

ALBA have elected Kenny MacAskill party leader ...

The National (Scotland)

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

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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 ...

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)

Alba leadership contenders split on whether to work with Reform UK

ASH Regan and Kenny MacAskill have taken opposite positions on the question of whether Alba under their leadership would ever work with Nigel…

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)

Scottish Budget plans pass with Greens, Lib Dems and Alba support

THE Scottish Budget has passed its final Holyrood hurdle with the support of the Greens, Liberal Democrats and Alba, while Tories opposed and Labour…

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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

Evening Standard

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 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)

Ash Regan demands Alba lift leadership debates media ban

ALBA must not hold its leadership hustings “behind brick walls” and should allow the media in, Ash Regan has demanded.

The National (Scotland)

Alba bar media from leadership hustings despite Ash Regan plea for openness

ALBA will hold their leadership hustings behind closed doors – despite contender Ash Regan’s past demands for openness during her ill-fated run…

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)

SNP to stay biggest Holyrood party as support for Labour 'implodes', poll says

The SNP would be the biggest party at Holyrood at the next election and support for Labour would have “imploded”, new analysis of polling has…

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