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Alexander Elliot Anderson Salmond (/ ˈsæmənd / SAM-ənd; born 31 December 1954) is a Scottish politician, economist and television host, who served as First Minister of Scotland from 2007 to 2014. A prominent figure in the Scottish nationalist movement, he has served as Leader of the Alba Party since 2021.
The women who made sexual assault allegations against Alex Salmond say they have been left "devastated" after he was cleared in court. A jury found the former first minister not guilty on 12 of...
Nov 24, 2023 · The former first minister is suing for misfeasance, claiming he lost out due to a botched harassment investigation and a criminal trial. He seeks damages and loss of earnings of £3m, and accuses Nicola Sturgeon and other officials of a conspiracy against him.
Nov 24, 2023 · The former First Minister claims he was wrongfully investigated for sexual assault and harassment by civil servants. He seeks damages and loss of earnings from the Scottish government and its former leaders, including Nicola Sturgeon.
Mar 23, 2020 · Alex Salmond, who led Scotland into a referendum vote on independence in 2014, was acquitted by a jury in Edinburgh Monday of sex crime charges involving allegations from nine women.
May 14, 2021 · Alex Salmond has been a major figure in Scottish politics for more than 30 years. By Nick Eardley. BBC political correspondent. For the past few months, a civil war has been playing out...
Mar 23, 2021 · Alex Salmond was Scotland's first minister and Scottish National Party leader before Ms Sturgeon, who had been his deputy. She took over after the 2014 independence...
