Alasdair Allan
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Dr Alasdair Allan worked for the Scottish National Party (SNP) in Peterhead then became assistant to Michael Russell MSP. Dr Allan was the author of 'Talking Independence', a booklet which answered questions about Scottish Independence such as the cautious 'What will I pay in tax?' to the almost incredible 'Will I be able to visit relatives in England' and 'Will we still get Eastenders'. The booklet was essential reading for all, whether supporters or opponents, who wanted to know more about what Scottish Independence would mean.
Dr Alasdair Allan was next in line to become an MSP for North East Scotland when Richard Lochhead resigned to fight the Moray by-election, however he decided instead to devote himself to winning the Western Isles from Labour in the 2007 Scottish Parliamentary election. He relocated to Lewis and resigned his post as SNP National Secretary.
