Former Scottish Secretary Alistair Darling dies age 70
He passed away after a short spell in Western General Hospital in Edinburgh.
Former Scottish Secretary Alistair Darling has died at the age of 70.
He also served as the Chancellor under Prime Minister Gordon Brown between 2007 and 2010 as well as serving as an MP for 28 years.
A statement issued on behalf of his family said: "The death of Alistair Darling, a former Chancellor of the Exchequer and long-serving member of the Labour cabinet, was announced in Edinburgh today.
"Mr Darling, the much-loved husband of Margaret and beloved father of Calum and Anna, died after a short spell in Western General Hospital under the wonderful care of the cancer team."