The former first minister and party leader told journalists at Holyrood on Wednesday she will support candidates where necessary from time to time ahead of the vote on July 4.
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Former health secretary Michael Matheson s suspension is the longest ever handed out to a politician at Holyrood. He said he would not resign his seat despite opposition pressure.
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