Alex Salmond

• How Brexit may pave the way to Scottish independence

  Scots rejected independence in 2014 because it seemed risky. But in a second vote, which seems likely, it may seem like the cautious choice.

  Politics

  Jun 24, 2016
  
• Ex-Scottish independence leader Alex Salmond seeks return to UK Parliament

  Weeks after his party lost an independence referendum and he quit as the Scottish leader, Alex Salmond has his eye on a seat in the British Parliament and a return to major political influence.

  World

  Dec 7, 2014
  
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• Scotland’s leader: Voters ‘tricked’ in referendum

  The debate over Scotland's future fizzled amid a bitter war of words Sunday, with the Scottish leader claiming his countrymen were "tricked" into rejecting independence in a referendum.

  World

  Sep 21, 2014
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• Scottish First Minister Alex Salmond steps down

  Scotland's pro-independence leader Alex Salmond resigned as first minister and leader of his political party Friday, hours after Scots voted to remain in the United Kingdom.

  World

  Sep 19, 2014
• Scotland referendum: Independence rejected

  The United Kingdom will stay united. Voters in Scotland resoundingly rejected independence in a historic referendum that shook the country to its core.

  Politics

  Sep 19, 2014
• Quebec sovereigntists hope Britain delivers on Scottish vows

  Prominent Quebec sovereigntists say they hope pro-independence Scots fight to ensure London delivers on its referendum-campaign promises of new powers for Scotland.

  Canada

  Sep 19, 2014
• Glasgow helicopter crash: 8 dead, 14 remain in hospital say police

  Scottish police say eight people are now confirmed dead following the crash of a police helicopter into a crowded Glasgow pub.

  World

  Nov 30, 2013