New Scottish Labour leader believes message of 'hope' can carry him to power

New Scottish Labour leader Richard Leonard promised to offer voters a "message of real hope" as he set his sights on becoming the country's next first minister.

New Scottish Labour leader believes message of 'hope' can carry him to power

New Scottish Labour leader Richard Leonard promised to offer voters a "message of real hope" as he set his sights on becoming the country's next first minister.

The former trade union organiser who was elected to Holyrood 18 months ago defeated the more moderate MSP Anas Sarwar as Scottish Labour elected its fourth leader in just three years.

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