Picture gallery: Dewar in power

Donald Dewar goes down in history as the first leader of the new Scottish Parliament.

His enthusiasm for devolution north of the border was evident from the moment Labour won power in May 1997.

BBC News Online tells the story of Mr Dewar's role in the historic first term of the Edinburgh government.

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Realising a dream: Scottish Parliament election night

The parliament's opening was a proud moment for Mr Dewar

Donald Dewar in discussions with cabinet member Wendy Alexander

Mr Dewar has had to answer some awkward questions

Mr Dewar leaving hospital after tests

Donald Dewar the speech maker

The serious politician shares a joke at the STUC conference

Mr Dewar was Tony Blair's trusted ally in Scotland

Winning Glasgow Garscadden in 1978