Humza Yousaf

Scottish politician and cabinet minister

Humza Yousaf - Scottish politician and cabinet minister
Born

April 7th, 1985
39 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Scotland

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Elected as a Member of the Scottish Parliament in 2011, served in multiple cabinet positions including Minister for Transport and the Islands. Appointed as the Cabinet Secretary for Health and Social Care in 2021, overseeing Scotland's healthcare policies. Became the first person of color to lead a major political party in Scotland as the leader of the Scottish National Party in 2023.

Elected as Member of the Scottish Parliament in 2011

Served as Cabinet Secretary for Health and Social Care

Became leader of the Scottish National Party in 2023

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