Humza Yousaf resigns as Scottish first minister ahead of no-confidence vote

The SNP leader has left his role following the breakdown in powersharing between the SNP and Scottish Greens

Humza Yousaf has stood down as Scotland’s first minister (PA Wire)

Humza Yousaf has stepped down as Scotland’s first minister amid mounting pressure in the face of two upcoming no confidence votes.

Mr Yousaf was facing two votes of confidence after he terminated the powersharing deal between the SNP and Scottish Greens last week.

Despite previously saying he would not stand down and intended to win the confidence votes, the first minister has now announced that he is leaving his role during an impromptu press conference.