Mr Salmond, who led the SNP before later founding the Alba Party, died from a suspected heart attack during a trip to North Macedonia.
Alex Salmond leaves a "deep and lasting legacy" following his sudden death, Sir Lindsay Hoyle said as he led Commons tributes to the former Scottish first minister.
Commons Speaker Sir Lindsay told MPs: "He served the people of Scotland for over 30 years as a member of this House, a member of the Scottish Parliament and, of course, two terms as first minister of Scotland. READ MORE: Alex Salmond's family pay tribute to 'devoted husband' after death in Macedonia
"His final departure from this House was in 2017. It marked the first occasion in more than three decades when he was not serving in an elected role at either here or Holyrood.
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