Former first minister Sturgeon said she 'cannot pretend' the events of the past few years did not happen, but said Alex Salmond was an 'incredibly significant figure' in her life.
Nicola Sturgeon has expressed her condolences following the unexpected death of her former colleague and mentor, Alex Salmond .
Despite their partnership deteriorating after Alex Salmond faced allegations of sexual assault, which resulted in a trial where he was acquitted in 2020, Sturgeon acknowledged their past alliance, reports the Daily Record.Speaking on Salmond's sudden passing, she remarked: "I am shocked and sorry to learn of Alex Salmond's death."
"However, it remains the fact that for many years Alex was an incredibly significant figure in my life. He was my mentor, and for more than a decade we formed one of the most successful partnerships in UK politics." Nicola Sturgeon said: "He will be remembered for all of that. My thoughts are with Moira, his wider family and his friends."
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