Douglas Ross challenges other opposition leaders to back no confidence votes in Sturgeon and Swinney Mr Ross argued Holyrood's "stagnant and feeble" procedures means the votes are the only way the opposition can "confront" them. 8 March 2021 • 2:48pm Douglas Ross has challenged the other opposition party leaders to back no confidence votes in Nicola Sturgeon and John Swinney Credit: Stuart Nicol The Scottish Tory leader has challenged Holyrood's other opposition parties to show the courage to "stand up" to the SNP by backing no confidence motions in Nicola Sturgeon and her deputy over the Alex Salmond scandal. Douglas Ross argued the Scottish Parliament's "stagnant and feeble" procedures means the votes are the only way the opposition can "confront" Ms Sturgeon and John Swinney and send a message that their actions will not be tolerated.