Alex Salmond

Alexander Salmond is a Scottish politician, economist and television host who served as first minister of Scotland from 2007 to 2014. A prominent figure in the nationalist movement, he has served as leader of the Alba Party since 2021. He was the leader of the Scottish National Party (SNP) twice, from 1990 to 2000 and from 2004 until 2014. As leader Salmond emphasised such issues as sustainable economic growth, fairer taxes, education, and environmental awareness. Salmond announced that he would be resigning as first minister in November 2014. He currently hosts the internet show Scotland Speaks with Alex Salmond.