Scotland–Ireland Euro 2008 bid Scottish Football Association. There was discussion over whether Scotland should consider a solo bid for Euro 2016. The election of a Scottish National Party government, in May 2007, enhanced the chances of a bid for Euro 2016. Comments by Scottish First Minister Alex Salmond suggested that a Scotland–Wales bid may be considered, but a solo Scotland bid would be preferential if logistically possible. In November 2007, Salmond announced that a feasibility study would take place. In June 2008, both Salmond and Welsh First Minister Rhodri Morgan became supportive of a joint Scotland–Wales bid, particularly when the increase in size of
Alexander Keith (minister) Alexander Keith (minister) Alexander Keith (1792–1880) was a Church of Scotland minister, known for his writings on biblical prophecy. He was the son of George Skene Keith of Keith-hall and Kinkell, where he was born at the manse on 13 November 1792. He graduated M.A. at Marischal College, in 1809. From 1816 to 1840 he was minister of the parish of St. Cyrus, Scotland. At the Disruption of 1843, Keith left the established Church of Scotland with the dissenters who formed the Free Church of Scotland. Keith is probably best remembered for his book, "Evidence of the Truth of the