Social Security investment helping grow the economy
Potential £300 million boost to Scottish GDP.
Current role holder: Humza Yousaf MSP
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.
Subject to Parliament's agreement, the First Minister appoints other ministers - including a Deputy First Minister and cabinet secretaries - from among Members of the Scottish Parliament (MSPs).
The First Minister chairs the Scottish Cabinet, the main forum for ministers to consider and make key decisions on the strategic priorities and policies of the government to achieve its objectives.
Potential £300 million boost to Scottish GDP.
£10.5 million to improve educational outcomes.
Further community support for adults, children and young people.
Speech delivered by First Minister Humza Yousaf at the London School of Economics, hosted by the European Institute.
Speech delivered by First Minister Humza Yousaf at Showcasing Scotland, the Edinburgh International Conference Centre, 6 March 2024.
Speech delivered by First Minister Humza Yousaf at Drumbrae Library.
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Find out more information about Humza Yousaf's journey into the role of First Minister.
First Minister
Scottish Government
St Andrew's House
Regent Road
Edinburgh
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