Nicola Sturgeon announces resignation. Who is current First Minister of Scotland?

Nicola Sturgeon has announced that she would resign as the first minister of Scotland. Sturgeon has said that no person should hold a particular political role for too long. Sturgeon has also claimed that she was lacking the stamina to carry on.

Sturgeon's shocking announcement has come amidst debate over Scottish government's gender legislation reforms. Sturgeon has instructed the ruling Scottish National party (SNP) to initiate the procedure to elect new leader.

Sturgeon has mentioned that she would remain in office until the SNP finalises her successor.

Who is Nicola Sturgeon?

Nicola Sturgeon is the longest serving leader in Scotland. She is also the first woman to hold the post. Nicola Sturgeon has announced her resignation after holding the top role for over eight years.

Sturgeon assumed the role of Scottish National Party leader in 2014. Sturgeon's SNP enjoys a majority in the Scottish parliament which is popularly known as Holyrood. The next Holyrood election is scheduled to take place in 2026.

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Q1.Who is the current first minister of Scotland?
Nicola Sturgeon will remain the first minister of Scotland till her successor is chosen.

Q2.Who is Scotland first minister?
Nicola Sturgeon is the first minister of Scotland.