Sturgeon exit could help Scottish Labour regain ground, say senior figures

Labour had been hoping to win 15 seats at the next general election but could now aim for double that number

Senior figures in Scottish Labour have said Nicola Sturgeon’s resignation has opened an unexpected opportunity for the party to regain ground north of the border.

Party members and advisers said the decision by the first minister to stand down had handed them the perfect opportunity to win an outright majority at the next general election.