The Latest Breaking News from Humza Yousaf

Jenny Gilruth: Promotion to Deputy First Minister is greatest honour of my life

An MSP for 10 years and a Government minister for six, the former teacher now becomes John Swinney’s second-in-command.

The Independent UK · May 20

Swinney says he rescued SNP from ‘enormous peril’ after 2024 election result

Mr Swinney said that the party was ‘in danger of collapse’ when he became First Minister.

Evening Standard · May 13

Swinney recalls late-night talk with wife that led to him becoming FM

John Swinney was speaking at an event with actor Martin Compston.

Evening Standard · Apr 25

Zia Yusuf calls ‘Nazi salute’ photo and comments by some candidates abhorrent

It comes after Reform UK’s Scottish leader Malcolm Offord stood by his Holyrood candidates, after past social media posts emerged.

Evening Standard · Mar 29

Reform’s Scottish leader defends candidates after ‘fruity’ comments emerge

One candidate reportedly previously said on social media that Muslims should be deported.

Evening Standard · Mar 20

Nigel Farage condemned over call to ban public prayer for Muslims in the UK

Reform party leader criticised for making comments after event held in London’s Trafalgar Square this week

The Guardian - UK · Mar 19

‘Exemplify joy of dispute and debate’, Forbes urges new MSPs in final speech

The Deputy First Minister is stepping down as an MSP at May’s election.

The Independent UK · Mar 18

Internal polling convinced me to quit as first minister, Humza Yousaf says

Mr Yousaf announced his resignation as Scotland’s leader in April 2024.

Evening Standard · Mar 9

Douglas Ross: I know I’m not everyone’s cup of tea

The Scottish Tory leader discussed his political career and claimed there is ‘rage’ under John Swinney’s ‘bank manager image’.

Evening Standard · Feb 23

I’d consider being deputy first minister if asked, says McAllan

With Kate Forbes leaving Holyrood in May, her role will require a new filling if the SNP returns to power.

Evening Standard · Feb 8