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It would mean Sarwar leaving the Scottish Parliament and his leader role, then taking up a seat in the House of Lords.
Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar is reportedly set to quit as party leader and leave the Scottish Parliament to become a minister in Andy Burnham's UK government. The move would involve his elevation to the House of Lords, with one report suggesting a post at the Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade. No formal announcement has been confirmed.
BBC News – UK It would mean Sarwar leaving the Scottish Parliament and his leader role, then taking up a seat in the House of Lords.
BBC News – UK It would mean Sarwar leaving the Scottish Parliament and his leader role, then taking up a seat in the House of Lords.
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