On 19 September 2014 , following the results of the independence referendum which confirmed a majority of the Scottish people had voted against independence , Salmond announced that he would be resigning as First Minister in November 2014 .
On 19 September 2014 , following the results of the independence referendum which confirmed a majority of the Scottish people had voted to remain as part of the United Kingdom , Salmond announced that he would be resigning as First Minister in November 2014 .