Salmond, who served as First Minister of Scotland from 2007 to 2014 and was a prominent leader of the Scottish National Party (SNP), was hailed by figures across the political spectrum for his tireless work and contributions to Scottish and UK politics.
Ex-Scottish First Minister Alex Salmond, who formerly headed the Scottish National Party (SNP), passed away on Saturday at the age of 69, according to a report by New York Times.
Glasgow [UK], March 26 (ANI/Sputnik): Ex-Scottish First Minister Alex Salmond, who formerly headed the Scottish National Party (SNP), announced on Friday the launch of a new pro-independence political party, the Alba Party, which he is set to lead into the upcoming Scottish parliamentary ele