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Alex Salmond dies at 69, tributes to the ‘titan’ of Scottish independence – Sunday newspapers News Briefing

Alex Salmond dies at 69, tributes to the ‘titan’ of Scottish independence – Sunday newspapers

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Sunday’s newspapers report on a variety of domestic topics, with many of the front pages featuring images of Scottish politician Alex Salmond who has died at the age of 69.
There is coverage of PM Starmer stepping into the ongoing cabinet row following comments about P&O Ferries by Transport Secretary Louise Haigh. Many of the papers suggest the PM has thrown the minister under the bus to rescue the £1bn deal.
An assessment of Keir Starmer’s first 100 days in office is another popular story this morning as even the prime minister has acknowledged it’s been a bit of a bumpy ride.
Elsewhere, there’s a handful of showbiz stories on the front splashes., including original WAG Coleen Rooney – who’s set to appear on the hit show I’m A Celebrity.

Poll suggests Yousaf’s popularity among SNP voters is on the decline Politics

Poll suggests Yousaf’s popularity among SNP voters is on the decline

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The popularity of Scotland’s First Minister, Humza Yousaf, has taken a significant hit among his party’s voters, according to a new poll conducted by research body Norstat. The study, which surveyed 1,086 Scots for the Sunday Times, revealed that Yousaf’s net popularity score plummeted to -7% among SNP voters who participated in the 2019 general election. This marks a stark contrast to his positive 14% approval rating in January.

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