# SNP Leader Simita Kumar Steps Down, Eyes Holyrood

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Podcast: [Edinburgh News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/edinburgh-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7612011)
Published: 2026-05-13T18:04:28+00:00
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## Resource

Simita Kumar, the SNP group leader on Edinburgh City Council, is stepping down after her recent MSP win. Shell remain a councillor until next years elections but is handing over the groups leadership. Born in Fiji, Kumar moved to Scotland as a teen, built a career in health and public service, and entered politics four years ago. Despite being in opposition, her group is the largest in the City Chambers and has secured significant wins like housing funding and holiday hubs. Kumar is proud of her teams collaborative spirit and is ready to make an impact at Holyrood. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/0bd273534c6f974d

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