Scottish politician and Labour MP contender
The Scotsman and BBC report that Anas Sarwar is resigning as Scottish Labour leader and stepping into the House of Lords to become a UK government business minister. The move follows controversial comments about the Lords and questions over leadership succession in Scotland. Other coverage points to potential successors and cross-uk political dynamics.
Scottish Labour has confirmed Anas Sarwar has stood down as party leader and will join UK government, prompting acting leadership by Dame Jackie Baillie and potential leadership bids from Michael Marra and Monica Lennon as the party reassesses after a heavy Holyrood defeat.