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Grasping the thistle

Alex Salmond yesterday staked his claim to become Scotland�s next First Minister as the SNP became the largest party at Holyrood. The historic achievement ended 50 years of Labour dominance in Scotland.

Alex Salmond yesterday staked his claim to become Scotland's next First Minister as the SNP became the largest party at Holyrood.

The historic achievement, which ended 50 years of Labour dominance in Scotland, was achieved by a margin of only one MSP.