Mr Yousaf said: 'The cabinet team I have unveiled reflects the priorities that we will pursue as a government - including tackling child poverty, improving public services and building a fairer, greener economy
Mr Yousaf added:"I want to thank those ministers departing government for their leadership over the last few years, through many storms not of our making - the economic damage caused by Brexit, the COVID-19 pandemic, austerity and the cost of living crisis.
"Those ministers - led so ably by Nicola Sturgeon and John Swinney - leave a strong legacy for the new team to build on. "I have made clear my belief Scotland's government should look as much as possible like the people we represent. As well as being the first ever first minister from a minority ethnic background, I am pleased that a record number of women have agreed to serve, as well as a significant blend of younger and more experienced members.
He added:"As we make the case for Scottish independence, we will continue to govern well and demonstrate to the people of Scotland the benefits of decisions about their lives being taken here in Scotland. "Subject to parliament's approval, the new ministerial team is ready to get to work delivering for the people of Scotland."
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