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Alex Salmond, former first minister of Scotland, dies aged 69

High-profile politician reported to have collapsed after delivering speech in North Macedonia on Saturday

Alex Salmond, the former first minister of Scotland and one of the most influential figures in the campaign for Scottish independence, has died at the age of 69.

Salmond served as first minister of Scotland from 2007. He stood down from the role after failing to secure independence in the 2014 referendum, handing over to his deputy, Nicola Sturgeon.

Continue reading… The Guardian Read More High-profile politician reported to have collapsed after delivering speech in North Macedonia on SaturdayAlex Salmond, the former first minister of Scotland and one of the most influential figures in the campaign for Scottish independence, has died at the age of 69.Salmond served as first minister of Scotland from 2007. He stood down from the role after failing to secure independence in the 2014 referendum, handing over to his deputy, Nicola Sturgeon. Continue reading…