What happened: The Alba party, founded by Alex Salmond in 2021, has announced it will wind up and not participate in the 2026 Scottish Parliament election due to declining membership and financial difficulties.
Why it matters:
- The decision reduces the number of pro-independence parties contesting the election.
- Alba's supporters and the wider independence movement may be affected by the party's closure.
MNN Take: Alba's closure reflects challenges new political parties face in sustaining support and funding, influencing Scotland's political landscape ahead of the election.
Sources: Guardian UK