#Former #Scottish #First #Minister #Alex #Salmond #Dies at 69: A Legacy of #Scottish #Independence

Alex Salmond, the former First Minister of Scotland and a central figure in the Scottish independence movement, has passed away at 69. Salmond led Scotland through pivotal moments in its push for independence, including the 2014 referendum, where 45% voted for separation from the UK. Salmond, a divisive figure in British politics, was a towering presence in Scotland’s political landscape for decades. He served as First Minister from 2007 to 2014, championing Scotland’s heritage, culture, and autonomy. Tributes have poured in from across the political spectrum, with King Charles III calling him a “devoted servant of Scotland.“ UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer hailed him as a “monumental figure“ in Scottish and British politics. Salmond’s legacy includes his transformative leadership of the Scottish National Party (SNP), taking it from the political fringes to governing Scotland. His dream of independence, though unfulfilled, continues to influence Scottish politic