Whether you love or hate Mr. Salmond, who was referred to as a “Marmite man” during his well-publicized legal battle, few would contest his political acumen and accomplishments.
The SNP gained prominence and developed into a formidable party north of the border under the direction of the avid golfer and horse racing enthusiast.
Some contend that there would not have been a 2014 vote on Scottish independence if it weren’t for Mr. Salmond’s political acumen.
We examine the former first minister of Scotland as the tributes pour in after his passing.
Mr. Salmond was elected as the SNP MP for Banff and Westminster for the first time in 1987.
He would go on to advocate for Scottish devolution in 1997 after defeating Margaret Ewing in the 1990 SNP leadership race.
He led his party through the first Scottish Parliament election in 1999, following the creation of the Scottish Parliament as a result of devolution. He was elected MSP for Banff and Buchan and also served as the leader of the opposition, with Labour in power.
