He led the Scottish National Party twice, guiding it from a fringe political group into a powerful electoral force in Britain.
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John Swinney Looks Likely to Be Scotland’s Next First Minister
Amid a political crisis, John Swinney, who led the Scottish National Party two decades ago, is in line to become Scotland’s first minister.
Humza Yousaf Resigns as Scotland’s First Minister
Mr. Yousaf, the leader of the Scottish National Party, announced that he was stepping down, days after the collapse of his coalition government.
What to Know About the Breakup of Scotland’s Coalition Government
The power-sharing agreement between the Scottish National Party and the Scottish Green Party ended abruptly on Thursday, marking a fresh period of turmoil for the S.N.P.
Nicola Sturgeon’s Husband Charged in Embezzlement Case in Scotland
Peter Murrell was charged in connection with embezzlement of funds from the Scottish National Party, which his wife once led and where he held a senior role.
Nicola Sturgeon, Scotland’s Former Leader, Gets Driver’s License at 53
The former first minister, who resigned and quit as leader of the Scottish National Party before her arrest in June, said seeking a driver’s license at 53 had taken her out of her comfort zone.
UK’s Labour Holds Party Conference After a Big Win
Just ask Britain’s opposition Labour party.
Scottish By-election Result: Labour Beats S.N.P. in Key Parliamentary Vote
The opposition party took back a parliamentary seat in a win that observers said showed a path to power in next year’s general election.
Resurgent Labour Party Sees Scotland as Springboard to Power
As the Scottish nationalists stumble, a by-election near Glasgow this fall will test support for the opposition Labour party ahead of Britain’s coming general election.
Winnie Ewing, Who Transformed Scottish Politics, Dies at 93
Her charismatic nationalism made independence from Britain a mainstream idea. She championed that idea for her many decades in office.