Deputy First Minister John Swinney has announced that he is backing Humza Yousaf in the SNP’s leadership contest
’s leadership contest.
“I am so proud of what we have achieved in Government, transforming the lives of people in Scotland, and as a party we have never been closer to winning“We now need to choose an SNP leader who will complete our journey to independence, and I believe that person should be Humza Yousaf.“Humza is best placed to lead our party because he will strengthen the SNP as a force for progressive change in Scottish politics.
“I am honoured to have the backing of a true giant of the SNP and independence movement, John Swinney, to become SNP leader, “ he said.“John’s backing is a massive boost to my progressive grassroots campaign to stand up for Scottish democracy, protect and advance rights, unite our Yes movement and secure independence for Scotland.”The ballot will be open until March 27, with the winner expected to be announced that same day.
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