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When did Salmond first become leader of the SNP?

  • 1988

  • 1999

  • 1990

  • 1987

Answer

In 1990, Alex Salmond was elected leader of the Scottish National Party (SNP), becoming the fifth person to hold the position. He led the party for over 20 years, during which time the SNP experienced a significant growth in membership and support, culminating in the party's victory in the 2011 Scottish Parliament election and the 2014 Scottish independence referendum.
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