A book of condolence has been opened at the Scottish Parliament to allow visitors to pay their respects to the former First Minister, the Rt Hon Alex Salmond.
Following news of his death Presiding Officer Rt Hon Alison Johnstone MSP said "My sincere condolences to his wife, his friends and family on the sad news of the passing of Rt Hon Alex Salmond. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time."
The Scottish Parliament is in recess until 28 October. But there are lots of ways to catch up on what's been happening recently at Holyrood:
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Alison Johnstone MSP is the elected Presiding Officer of the Scottish Parliament.
Annabelle Ewing and Liam McArthur are Deputy Presiding Officers (DPOs).
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