If John Swinney is confirmed as the new SNP leader - for the second time - the party will have had just four different leaders since 1990.

Alex Salmond x 2
John Swinney x 2
Nicola Sturgeon
Humza Yousaf (13 months)

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It looks increasingly likely that Kate Forbes is going to sit this contest out.

I've spoken to sources who are certain she isn't standing.

Some of her backers have also been praising John Swinney this lunchtime.

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“I am no caretaker “ - John Swinney

John Swinney confirms he's running for SNP leadership

'I want to unite the SNP and unite Scotland for independence'

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Kate Forbes won’t be at John Swinney event this morning, where he’s expected to announce his bid to be SNP leader. Perhaps dampening down any speculation of a deal?

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Vote of no confidence in the Scottish government has been defeated at Holyrood.

The Labour-led motion was defeated by 70 votes to 58.

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NEW: And now John Swinney says he's weighing up what running would mean for his family, party and country (almost exactly the same as Ms Forbes).

But he adds it 'wouldn't be my style' to not listen to the 'many' voices telling him to run.

NEW: Kate Forbes has said she has a 'groundswell of support amongst the party' and she's still weighing up whether to run to be SNP leader.

Ms Forbes said she was considering her options and whether this was the right time for the party, the country and her family.

Still no declared candidates in the SNP leadership contest, but MSPs seem to be working on a Swinney or Forbes basis.

Swinney considering a bid. Allies of Forbes say she is too.

Hard to see anyone else throwing their hat in the ring if it is indeed these two.

UPDATE: BBC North East Scot understands plans for a £7 departure charge for Aberdeen Airport taxis have been put on hold.

It's due to start tomorrow, but sources say it won't be implemented while talks continue.

Some drivers opposed to the changes 'withdrew from service' last week.

The search has begun for a new First Minister of Scotland following Humza Yousaf's announcement of his intention to quit the role.

Scotland correspondent Lorna Gordon had the latest on #BBCBreakfast

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Sounds like John Swinney could stand for SNP leadership… he days giving it careful consideration and will say more in coming days

Wants to speak to family in particular

But warns party must stay in the centre left to be successful