Nicola Sturgeon to stand down from Holyrood next year
Briefly

Nicola Sturgeon, the former First Minister of Scotland, has announced her decision not to seek re-election to the Scottish Parliament next year, emphasizing the difficulty of her choice. In her Instagram statement, she expressed a desire to embrace new opportunities while pledging her continued support for the SNP's journey towards Scottish independence. Sturgeon's announcement came amid discussions about the pivotal role of journalism in informing the public on critical issues, with The Independent highlighting the importance of funding quality reporting accessible to all.
In a heartfelt message, Nicola Sturgeon stated, "Reaching this decision has been far from easy, however, I have known in my heart for a while that the time is right for me to embrace different opportunities in a new chapter of my life."
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