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Nicola Sturgeon announces she will not seek re-election to Holyrood next year

Nicola Sturgeon announced via Instagram that she will not seek re-election to Holyrood next year, stating the decision was 'far from easy' but the time is right for a new chapter in her life.
Sturgeon, the longest-serving First Minister in Scottish history, led Scotland's response to the Covid-19 pandemic.
Scottish Conservative deputy leader Rachael Hamilton criticized Sturgeon's record, citing issues in education, health, and economic growth.
Scottish political leaders reacted to Sturgeon's decision with mixed feelings, acknowledging her impact while pointing out various failures during her time as First Minister.

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The Independent

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Nicola Sturgeon to stand down from Holyrood next year

Nicola Sturgeon said the decision was ‘far from easy’, adding she will be with the party ‘every step of the way as we complete our journey to independence’

2 days ago·London, United Kingdom

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Daily Star

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

2 days ago·United Kingdom

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Spectator UK

Sturgeon to step down at Holyrood election

Farewell Nicola Sturgeon. The former first minister took to the professional platform that is Instagram today to announce that she will be stepping down as an MSP at the next election. After much speculation, the SNP’s ex-Dear Leader has confirmed that she does not plan to stand for Holyrood in 2026 – after spending more

2 days ago·London, United Kingdom

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Glasgow Live

Nicola Sturgeon announces she is standing down from Glasgow southside seat

Former First Minister and Glasgow Southside MSP Nicola Sturgeon has announced she is stepping down and won't be running to be re-elected at her seat after 27 years in parliament.

2 days ago·Glasgow, United Kingdom

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Glasgow Times

Nicola Sturgeon to stand down as Glasgow Southside MSP at next election

Nicola Sturgeon has announced she will not seek re-election as an SNP MSP next year.

2 days ago·Glasgow, United Kingdom

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Sky News UK

Nicola Sturgeon announces she will not seek re-election to Holyrood next year

In a post on Instagram, the former first minister of Scotland says "the time is right for me to embrace different opportunities in a new chapter of my life".

2 days ago·United Kingdom

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