Nicola Sturgeon has said that being Scotland's First Minister has been "the privilege of my life", as she announced her plans to step down.In a shock announcement, the SNP leader told a press conference on Wednesday that she believes it is the right time to stand aside.

Nicola Sturgeon has said that being Scotland's First Minister has been "the privilege of my life", as she announced her plans to step down.In a shock announcement, the SNP leader told a press conference on Wednesday that she believes it is the right time to stand aside.