Published: Wednesday, 2nd July, 2008 14:40
CATHY COULD ENTER RACE TO BE LEADER
By Sandy Kilpatrick
MSP talks about battle to replace Labour leader
Carrick, Cumnock and Doon Valley MSP and Labour deputy leader, Cathy Jamieson has confirmed she is "actively considering" running for the leadership vacancy left by Wendy Alexander quitting.
Wendy Alexander stood down last Saturday following controversy over failing to declare donations.
The Holyrood's Standards Committee had ruled she should be suspended from the Scottish Parliament for one day in the Autumn.
This is the third time deputy Labour Leader, Cathy Jamieson has taken on the role of acting Labour leader.
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