Salmond vs Sturgeon: The Salmond Inquiry and Battle for the SNP Explained - TLDR News

The video explores the complex conflict between Nicola Sturgeon and Alex Salmond, focusing on the sexual harassment allegations against Salmond and the subsequent legal and political battles. It covers the judicial review, inquiries into the process and Sturgeon's conduct, and Salmond's accusations against Sturgeon, highlighting the political tensions within the SNP.

What was the main reason for the tension between Nicola Sturgeon and Alex Salmond?

• Salmond's exit from the SNP and allegations against him

• Disagreements over party policies

• Different views on Scottish independence

• Competition for leadership

What was the outcome of the judicial review launched by Alex Salmond?

• The court ruled in favor of the Scottish Government

• The court found the process was biased against Salmond

• The case was dismissed without a ruling

• Salmond was found guilty of misconduct

What were the two separate inquiries launched in response to the Salmond case?

• One into the process and one into Sturgeon's conduct

• One into the Scottish Parliament and one into the Crown Office

• One into the SNP's policies and one into Salmond's personal life

• One into the media's role and one into public opinion

What was Alex Salmond's defense during his trial?

• He claimed the allegations were politically motivated

• He denied all allegations

• He admitted to inappropriate behavior but not criminal conduct

• He argued the evidence was fabricated

Why was Salmond's written submission to the inquiry redacted by the Scottish Parliament?

• It contained classified information

• It could identify one of the claimants

• It was deemed irrelevant to the inquiry

• It was too lengthy

What accusation did Salmond make against Nicola Sturgeon regarding the meetings in March and April 2018?

• She failed to attend the meetings

• She misled Parliament about the meetings

• She recorded the meetings without consent

• She canceled the meetings without explanation

What was the role of the Crown Office in the Salmond inquiry?

• They mediated between Salmond and Sturgeon

• They prosecuted Salmond in court

• They redacted parts of Salmond's evidence

• They provided legal advice to Salmond