17 h. ago Swinney defends Sturgeon’s record against accusations of failure

Scottish Conservative leader Russell Findlay took aim at the former first minister after she announced her intention to leave Holyrood.

Events

18 h. ago Nicola Sturgeon accused of 'toxic agenda' that 'trampled on women's rights'

Scottish Tory leader Russell Findlay insisted the former first minister had ‘failed Scotland’

Events

23 h. ago Reader's Letters: Nicola Sturgeon's political career was a case of ambition overruling ability

Former first minister Nicola Sturgeon announced she was stepping down from Holyrood

Politics

26 h. ago Nicola Sturgeon sought to make a difference in a time of austerity

Writing in the Daily Record, former SNP Westminster leader Ian Blackford says Nicola Sturgeon's legacy should be celebrated.

Politics

26 h. ago Nicola Sturgeon’s departure is a watershed moment and the baton must be handed on

Record View says the departure of Sturgeon and other Holyrood veterans provides an opportunity for all parties to inject fresh blood into their ranks.

Politics

26 h. ago Too often Nicola Sturgeon used her power to silence and put down women

Writing for the Daily Record, Labour MP for East Kilbride and Strathaven Joani Reid hits out at Nicola Sturgeon's "promotion of a crank gender ideology."

Politics

26 h. ago Nicola Sturgeon will feel regret and frustration as her political career draws to a close

Daily Record Political Editor Paul Hutcheon says Sturgeon's relationship with Alex Salmond defined much of her political career.

Politics

31 h. ago JIM SILLARS: Nicola Sturgeon's legacy is the elevation of mediocrity above talent

Nicola Sturgeon is Alex Salmond 's mistake, for which he paid a heavy price - and so has Scottish political life, the SNP , the independence movement, and women's rights.

Politics

40 h. ago Nicola Sturgeon says she regrets her 'inability to debate things civilly' as First Minister

The former first was speaking to the media for the first time since announcing she will stand down as an MSP.

Politics

40 h. ago I have ‘sense of relief’ after announcing plans to step down – Sturgeon

The former first minister announced she will not seek re-election next year.

Politics

41 h. ago Nicola Sturgeon: The 20 best historic pictures of the SNP power figure throughout the years

Nicola Sturgeon first joined the SNP as a member at the age of 16 - and would go on to lead the party and Scotland for almost a decade

Politics

41 h. ago Nicola Sturgeon: Society will look back and feel shame about vilification of trans people

Former first minister regrets “inability to debate things civilly” and says she takes her share of responsibility

Politics

42 h. ago GB News halted for 'breaking news' as fans all make same comment

GB News' Tatiana Sanchez interrupted today's regular programming to announce that Nicola Sturgeon will not seek re-election next year, with viewers taking to social media to share their thoughts

Politics

42 h. ago GB News halted for big 'breaking news' as viewers make same comment

GB News was interrupted to announce that former Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon will not be seeking re-election next year, with the politician making a statement

Politics

42 h. ago John Swinney 'very sorry' Nicola Sturgeon is standing down at next election

The first minister said his predecessor had "changed the lives of people in Scotland for the better".

Politics

43 h. ago Nicola Sturgeon: The best reaction to 'undeniable' former SNP leader as she steps down from Scottish politics

It’s the end of an era

Politics

44 h. ago Nicola Sturgeon's legacy as First Minister will be debated for decades to come

Daily Record Political Editor Paul Hutcheon says Sturgeon recorded successes, as well as major failings, in her time as an MSP.

Politics

44 h. ago Nicola Sturgeon QUITS: Former SNP chief will not stand for re

Former Scottish first minister Nicola Sturgeon dramatically quit today insisting she wants to start a 'new chapter' outside of politics.

Politics

44 h. ago Nicola Sturgeon says she's quitting in major announcement to SNP supporters

The former First Minister says she will not seek re-election to the Scottish Parliament next year

Politics

45 h. ago Nicola Sturgeon announces her resignation from Scottish politics

Nicola Sturgeon has delivered a long-awaited decision on whether she would stand in the 2026 Scottish election

Politics