Mr Stewart said he was quitting from the post with a “heavy heart” but added that being part of the Scottish government had been the “greatest honour” of his life.
Central admitted having bouts of poor mental health since last October, which returned over the last week.
"Over the last week or so I have once again been feeling unwell and I feel that I can no longer put in the hours required to serve both my constituents and hold ministerial office, whilst also trying to maintain good mental health.Mr Stewart during the launch of the UK's first autonomous bus service
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