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Douglas Ross says Scottish Tory MSPs did not ask him to resign as leader

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The Scottish Tory chief announced on Monday he would step down following a row over his decision to stand at the general election.

The Scottish Tory chief announced on Monday he would step down after he faced criticism for deciding to stand for Westminster again.He nipped in for the Aberdeenshire North and Moray East seat after the hospitalised David Duguid was blocked from standing.He also faced questions after aides hushed up MP expenses he had used for his job as an assistant referee.

“I think it is right that I reflect on what colleagues and others have said and announce that this will be my final campaign as leader of the party.” And when put to him that it could be perceived as putting Westminster before Holyrood, he said: “I am absolutely not saying that.” Join our General Election 2024 WhatsApp community You'll receive daily updates and breaking news alerts straight to your mobile phone. Simply click here or scan the QR code above to join.

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