THE timetable for the race to replace Humza Yousaf as SNP leader and First Minister has been revealed.
The SNP have said the close of a potential ballot – if there is a contest – will be on Monday, May 27.
Nominations opened at just before midnight on Monday, April 29 and will close on Monday, May 6 at midday.
If a ballot is held, it will open at midday on Monday, May 13 and run for two weeks.
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The timeline in full is as follows:
- Opening of nominations – Monday, April 29 at 11:59pm
- Closing of nominations – Monday, May 6 at midday
- Opening of potential ballot – Monday, May 13 at midday
- Close of potential ballot – Monday, May 27 at midday
John Swinney on Thursday morning threw his hat in the ring, saying he wanted to lead the SNP beyond the 2026 Holyrood election.
He offered an olive branch to potential rival Kate Forbes, who is expected to say whether she will run later on Thursday.
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