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Alba Party Exits 2026 Elections Amid Financial Turmoil

3/9/2026

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The Alba Party will not participate in the 2026 Scottish Parliament election due to declining membership and financial issues.
Police Scotland is investigating the Alba Party for alleged financial irregularities.
Kenny MacAskill, the party's current leader, said liabilities exceed available funds and thanked members for their support.
Former general secretary Chris McEleny criticized the decision, noting Alba could have offered a unique pro-independence perspective in parliament.

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The Alba Party will not participate in the 2026 Scottish Parliament election due to declining membership and financial issues.
Police Scotland is investigating the Alba Party for alleged financial irregularities.
Kenny MacAskill, the party's current leader, said liabilities exceed available funds and thanked members for their support.
Former general secretary Chris McEleny criticized the decision, noting Alba could have offered a unique pro-independence perspective in parliament.