Ruth Davidson stepped down as Scottish Conservative leader today saying the “biggest change has been starting a family”. Ms Davidson, who has been an opponent of no deal Brexit, made the announcement just a day after Boris Johnson announced the Government will prorogue Parliament.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced on Wednesday his plans to implement an extended suspension of Parliament ahead of the Queen’s Speech on October 14, which will effectively limit the time MPs have to try to block a no deal Brexit.
Speaking in Edinburgh, Ms Davidson appeared to take a guarded swipe at Scottish First Minister Ms Sturgeon, and political leaders who “fail to lead”.
She said: “In terms of final thoughts. I believe that two referenda have split Scotland and indeed opinion in the UK.
“I am convinced referenda should be used to affirm public opinion but not as a way for political leaders to fail to lead.
“Looking at the division in our politics, I make this plea. The vast majority of people who go into politics, do so for the right reasons. To improve their communities and their countries, I think we should always remember that.
Ms Davidson had the potential to be a future Prime Minister but that looks less likely after today’s announcement.
Lets hope with the passing of time we see a change of mind.
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