Alex Salmond

Alex Salmond is a Scottish politician who founded the Alba party in 2021. The Alba party was created as a pro-independence force, aiming to gain representation in the Scottish parliament. However, recent news indicates the party is facing significant challenges. It has announced it will wind up and not contest the 2026 Scottish parliament election due to a sharp decline in membership and a financial crisis. Furthermore, Police Scotland has been investigating alleged financial irregularities within the party since May. This marks a significant downturn for a party that aimed to reshape the Scottish political landscape and raises questions about the future of the pro-independence movement in Scotland.