How does Humza Yousaf become the sixth First Minister for Scotland?
The First Minister of Scotland is nominated by Members of the Scottish Parliament (MSPs) following the resignation of a First Minister.
The First Minister of Scotland is nominated by Members of the Scottish Parliament (MSPs) following the resignation of a First Minister.
Ms Sturgeon steps down to make way for Humza Yousaf, who was named the new leader of the SNP on Monday after a five-week campaign.
Nicola Sturgeon will leave office as the longest-serving First Minister in Scotland's history and the first woman to hold the post.