Scotland’s First Minister Resigns

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Scotland’s First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has resigned after eight years.

Sturgeon became the leader of the ruling Scottish National Party in the wake of its 2014 independence referendum when the country voted 55 percent to remain as part of the United Kingdom.

The Minister will remain in her position until her successor is elected as the country’s First Minister and will remain a Member of the Scottish Parliament.

Written by: Helen Obih

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