Humza Yousaf announces resignation as Scottish first minister

News of his potential resignation first broke on Monday morning

First Minister Humza Yousaf speaks during a press conference at Bute House, his official residence in Edinburgh where he said he will resign as SNP leader and Scotland's first minister. Picture: Andrew Milligan/PA Wire

Humza Yousaf has announced his resignation as Scotland’s first minister ahead of forthcoming confidence votes.

Mr Yousaf had been battling for his political survival after terminating the powersharing deal between the SNP and Scottish Greens on Thursday.