Former Alex Salmond and Humza Yousaf spin doctor not joining John Swinney Government

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Former First Minister Humza Yousaf’s top spin doctor will not be returning to government under John Swinney.Kevin Pringle, one of the SNP’s most experienced media chiefs over the past two decades, will not be joining as a special adviser to the new FM.Pringle was a key member of Alex Salmond’s team that won the 2007 Holyrood election.He was also Salmond’s chief spinner for most of his time in Bute House before getting a senior post in the private sector.He made a surprise return to Government last year when Yousaf appointed him head of communications and strategic political adviser.But the government today confirmed he will not be part of Swinney’s team.Pringle told the Record: "Working in government is a privilege, and one I greatly enjoyed, during both the last year and the years after the SNP was first elected in 2007."I wish the Scottish Government, and indeed MSPs of all parties, well in making the most of the new opportunities that lie ahead.

Regarding my own professional future, I want to take a little time to explore options for fulfilling challenges outside the world of government and politics."This is a breaking news story - more to follow.

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