Humza Yousaf steps down as Scotland’s first minister

SNP leader was facing two confidence votes at Holyrood after axing of coalition with Scottish Greens

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Humza Yousaf has announced that he will step down as first minister and SNP leader, little over a year since he was elected.

Yousaf told a press conference at Bute House, his official residence, on Monday that he would remain in post until his successor was elected to ensure a “smooth and orderly transition”.