Douglas Ross Resigns as Leader of Scottish Conservatives
Ross announced his resignation at a press conference
Scottish Conservative leader Douglas Ross has announced his resignation. Ross made the announcement at a press conference in Edinburgh on Thursday morning.
In a statement, Ross said that he had decided to step down as leader in order to focus on his role as an MSP for the Highlands and Islands.
Ross also said that he believed that the Scottish Conservatives needed a new leader to take the party forward. He said that he would be working with the party to ensure a smooth transition.
Ross has been leader of the Scottish Conservatives since 2020
Ross was elected leader of the Scottish Conservatives in 2020. He succeeded Jackson Carlaw, who had resigned after the party's poor performance in the 2019 general election.
Under Ross's leadership, the Scottish Conservatives have made some gains.
Though, they remain the second-largest party in the Scottish Parliament.Ross's resignation comes at a time of turmoil for the Scottish Conservatives
Ross's resignation comes at a time of turmoil for the Scottish Conservatives. The party is currently facing a number of challenges, including the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and the UK's exit from the European Union.
It is unclear who will succeed Ross as leader of the Scottish Conservatives. A number of potential candidates have been mentioned, including Murdo Fraser and Ruth Davidson.
