First Minister of Scotland - Wikipedia
WEBThe first minister is directly accountable to the Scottish Parliament for their actions and the actions of the wider government and cabinet. The office is currently held by John Swinney, the MSP for Perthshire North and the leader of the Scottish National Party (SNP).
List of first ministers of Scotland - Wikipedia
WEBThe current first minister is John Swinney, who leads the Government of the 6th Scottish Parliament, as did his predecessors Humza Yousaf and Nicola Sturgeon.
First Minister - gov.scot - The Scottish Government
WEBSep 8, 2024 · As head of the Scottish Government, the First Minister is responsible for the overall development, implementation and presentation of the administration's policies and for promoting and representing Scotland at home and overseas.
John Swinney elected as Scotland's new first minister
WEBMay 7, 2024 · John Swinney will become only the seventh first minister of Scotland in Holyrood’s 25 year history. After Alex Salmond, Nicola Sturgeon and Humza Yousaf, he’s the fourth FM from the SNP.
Nicola Sturgeon: The story so far of Scotland's first minister
WEBMay 25, 2022 · As Nicola Sturgeon becomes Scotland's longest-serving first minister, BBC Scotland looks at how a girl from a west coast council estate rose to the nation's highest office.
How will Scotland's next first minister be chosen? - BBC News
WEBJohn Swinney looks set to become Scotland's next first minister after being named leader of the SNP. Outgoing first minister Humza Yousaf resigned during the turmoil that followed his decision...
How is a First Minister of Scotland appointed? - The House of …
WEBApr 29, 2024 · Unlike at Westminster, where a Prime Minister is appointed by the Monarch under the royal prerogative, the First Minister of Scotland is nominated for appointment by Members of the Scottish Parliament (MSPs). This takes place when a First Minister resigns or following an election.
John Swinney sworn in as Scotland's first minister - BBC News
WEBMay 8, 2024 · SNP leader John Swinney has been sworn in as the seventh first minister of Scotland. He was confirmed in the role during a brief, formal ceremony at the Court of Session in Edinburgh.
Humza Yousaf - Wikipedia
WEBHumza Haroon Yousaf (/ ˈ h ʌ m z ə ˈ j uː s ə f /; [1] born 7 April 1985) is a Scottish politician who served as First Minister of Scotland and Leader of the Scottish National Party (SNP) from March 2023 to May 2024.
Humza Yousaf confirmed as Scotland's new first minister - BBC
WEBMar 28, 2023 · Humza Yousaf has been confirmed as Scotland's new first minister after a vote in the Scottish Parliament. The SNP leader was backed by his own MSPs and the Scottish Greens - guaranteeing him a...