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Peter Murrell first met Nicola Sturgeon while he was working as a PR consultant during the Govan-by-election in 1988 (Credit: Getty Images)

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Scotland's First Minister Nicola Sturgeon announces her resignation at Bute House.

First Minister resigns: reaction

Nicola Sturgeon has devoted her political career to Scottish independence.

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As Nicola Sturgeon announced her resignation on Wednesday, we take a look at the life and career of Scotland’s longest serving First Minister.
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Nicola Sturgeon speaking during a press conference at Bute House in Edinburgh where she announced she will stand down as First Minister of Scotland

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Nicola Sturgeon has resigned as first minister of Scotland

Nicola Sturgeon to resign as First Minister of Scotland

Clare and Mark married in 1977, and have lived together in Cardiff for the last 30 years.

Clare Drakeford, wife of Welsh FM Mark Drakeford dies suddenly

Alex Salmond will launch the "Wee Alba Book" in Melrose on Sunday, July 10. Photo: John Devlin.

Salmond to set his case for independence in Melrose

Covid restrictions are still in place across the UK, but how do they vary across the four countries and when could they be scrapped? (Photo: TOLGA AKMEN/AFP via Getty Images)

When all Covid restrictions could be lifted across the UK

Council leader Mark Rowley.

Council leader warns of possible service cuts as Covid cases continue to rise

Mark Drakeford is set to give an update on lockdown restrictions in Wales - and how and when they may be further lifted (Photo: Polly Thomas/Getty Images)

Here's what time today Mark Drakeford will give update on Covid rules in Wales -...

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell - WPA Pool/Getty Images)

Nicola Sturgeon to announce whether Scotland Covid restrictions will be eased

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East of Scotland League decision on scrapping season expected next week

Watch Nicola Sturgeon reveal Scotland's lockdown exit plan live (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

Watch Nicola Sturgeon reveal Scotland's lockdown exit plan live

The First Minister is set to appear before the Holyrood inquiry today (Photo: Andy Buchanan/Jane Barlow/Getty Images)

Watch live as Nicola Sturgeon appears before Holyrood's Alex Salmond inquiry

Every key date and phase of Scotland's routemap out of lockdown explained

Nicola Sturgeon will set out the Scottish Government’s route map out of lockdown this afternoon (23 February) (Photo: Getty Images)

Watch Nicola Sturgeon reveal her plan to exit lockdown live from Holyrood

This is when Nicola Sturgeon will announce Scotland’s lockdown roadmap

When will schools around the UK open their doors to pupils? (Photo: OLI SCARFF/AFP via Getty Images)

Primary schools in Wales could fully reopen from 15 March - will the rest of the...

Prime Minister Boris Johnson's visit to Scotland has proved to be controversial.

PM in Scotland: Essential trip or an mistake?

Nicola Sturgeon was pictures at the wake in the Stable Bar and Restaurant

Nicola Sturgeon apologises for breaching Covid rules at funeral wake
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has apologised after breaking Covid rules by taking her mask off at a funeral wake.
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Nicola Sturgeon has apologised for not wearing a mask in a pub during a funeral ...

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This is how Scotland’s Boxing Day move into Level 4 affects golf

The First Minister denied that the travel ban was a 'red herring' as claimed by Richard Leonard.

Nicola Sturgeon responds to criticism of the travel ban

The four nations could make a united plan for Christmas - here’s what we know so...

Furlough has been extended until March next year - what it means for your pay

Wales is preparing to ban entry to people travelling from UK Covid hotspots - wh...

The introduction of the new system could coincide with the end of the current restrictions, on 25 October (Photo: Fraser Bremner - Pool/Getty Images)

Scotland could adopt a ‘three tier’ lockdown system - here’s how it would work

The 2007 Act prohibits trading in most large shops on Christmas Day and gave powers to the Scottish Government to stop them opening on New Year’s Day too – but it has never been enacted.

Petition to end New Year Day shopping in Scotland receives unanimous backing

Will gyms remain open as the new rules come into force? (Photo: Shutterstock)

These are the new rules for gyms, outdoor sport and fitness classes in central S...

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Scotland could be gearing up for a ‘circuit breaker’ lockdown - here’s what that...

Fears for hospitality...Stephen Montgomery believes that another lockdown would see many jobs being lost forever.

House parties are bigger Covid risk than hospitality venues

Limits on social gatherings could be in place for some time (Photo: Shutterstock)

This is what the First Minister has said about families being able to celebrate ...

Christine Grahame MSP asks about mobile flu clinics for the Borders at First Minister's Questions.

MSP proposes mobile flu jab clinics for the Borders

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon launching the Protect Scotland app on September 10. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

First minister backs Borders MSP’s plea for phone rule change to allow app to pr...

Nicola Sturgeon and Boris Johnson have both had their say on the potential impact of coronavirus on Christmas (Getty Images)

Here’s what Boris Johnson and Nicola Sturgeon have said about ‘cancelling’ Chris...

Scotland could face tighter restrictions as cases of Covid-19 continue to grow (Photo: Russell Cheyne - WPA Pool/Getty Images)

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Great escape...many children found that reading helped them during lockdown. It's hoped the First Minister's Reading Challenge will inspire even more to pick up a book.

Book in for First Minister’s Reading Challenge

Bars and restaurants will reopen on Wednesday 26 August (Photo: Getty Images)

Local lockdown restrictions are easing in Aberdeen - here’s everything you need ...

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First Minister Nicola Sturgeon revealed Scotland's phased route map out of lockdown on Thursday (21 May), explaining that measures will begin to be relaxed from 28 May (Photo: Shutterstock)

Here's when dentists can reopen for routine treatment in Scotland

Gatherings of up to eight people with three households indoors will be allowed from 10 July (Photo: Shutterstock)

This is how many people can visit your house or garden in Scotland - and how to ...

Indoor locations such as museums, galleries, monuments, cinemas and libraries will reopen in phase three (Credit: Shutterstock)

This is when Scotland's bingo halls, theatres, clubs and music venues will reope...

The Scottish government hasn't ruled out possible quarantine for travellers from England (Photo: Shutterstock)

Scotland cannot 'rule out' a quarantine for English tourists - here's how other ...

This is when playgrounds in Scotland will reopen (Photo: Shutterstock)

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Rules on meeting with family and friends indoors could be relaxed in phase two (Photo: Shutterstock)

Here’s when staying with family could be allowed - and the current rules on meet...

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