SNP leader John Swinney said that Mr Foote had made a "significant contribution" to the party during his spell as chief executive. The former Daily Record editor replaced Peter Mu

The SNP has appointed a former council boss as its interim chief executive following the resignation of Murray Foote.

The SNP's chief executive, Murray Foote, has tendered his resignation after just over a year in the role, saying he was no longer able to make the necessary personal commitment required until 2026 and beyond.

Carol Beattie, former chief executive of Stirling Council, will take over until a permanent appointment is made.

A former council leader has been appointed interim chief executive of the Scottish National Party following the sudden resignation of Murray Foote on Friday. Carol Beattie, CEO of Stirling Council since 2019 until recently stepping down, will hold the position while the search for a permanent successor continues.

THE SNP have appointed an ex-council boss as their temporary boss. Carol Beattie has been appointed as the Scottish National Party’s interim chief executive. The Nats’ last chief exec,

He said in a statement he could not make the 'necessary personal commitment' to delivering change in the party.

The former boss of Stirling Council has been appointed as the SNP’s interim chief executive after the resignation of Murray Foote. Carol Beattie was appointed interim chief executive by the party’s national executive committee (NEC) on Saturday.

THE SNP has appointed the former head of Stirling Council as its interim boss. The Sunday Mail understands Carol Beattie, who was Chief Executive of Stirling Council until May this year, will take over from Murray Foote who quit unexpectedly yesterday.