Latest updates as Scotland's first minister Humza Yousaf is reportedly considering resigning ahead of two votes of confidence expected this week
The SNP 's John Swinney, who has been touted as a caretaker leader, said: 'There's a lot to happen today, and we'll wait to hear what the First Minister's got to say later on today.' Humza Yousaf is said to be considering resigning as Scotland's first minister ahead of two votes of confidence in Holyrood this week.
It is widely expected he will resign after the catasrophic break up of the Scottish Green Party and SNP powersharing agreement. 'At the moment they are being failed by an SNP government in Holyrood and a Conservative Government in Westminster.' Ms Thomson went on to describe the First Minister as an 'honourable man' who is 'well liked' within the SNP Holyrood group.
Up until 2015, when Labour was put to the sword by the separatists, it dominated north of the border.Sir Keir is hoping a swathe of seats in Scotland can help bolster his chances of a majority at the general election - as used to be the case for Tony Blair.The long-running police probe into the SNP's finances has undoubtedly helped Mr Sarwar claw back ground.
'It is a matter for him. He has brought this about with his own actions and he will stand or fall on it. The position of the Alba Party is quite clear. We are happy to enter into discussions. It is not a blank cheque. We are not guaranteeing our support.' If he managed to get to 64 votes and tie the vote, the presiding officer would back the status quo, so he would be able to hold on.
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