Alex Salmond to testify at Holyrood over claims of conspiracy against him

Former first minister to give evidence as feud intensifies with former allies including Nicola Sturgeon

Alex Salmond is due to give evidence at Holyrood on his allegations of a Scottish government conspiracy against him, with MSPs expected to issue a last-ditch order seeking the release of evidence.

The former first minister is expected to testify on oath from 12.30pm after weeks of wrangling over his appearance, and legal battles over the publication of his allegations against his former protege Nicola Sturgeon and the Scottish National party.