“All that this country can achieve depends on developing our nation as a high growth, vibrant economy. In the modern global economy, even the greatest political ambition is doomed to failure without an economy driving employment, investment, research and development and rewarding success.”

Scottish politician and economist

Alex Salmond was a Scottish politician and economist. He served as First Minister of Scotland from 2007 to 2014 and was a prominent figure in the Scottish nationalist movement. He led the Scottish National Party twice, from 1990 to 2000 and again from 2004 to 2014. Later, he became leader of the Alba Party in 2021 and held that post until his death in 2024.