Local MSP Kenneth Gibson has voices his congratulations to new SNP Leader Humza Yousaf who is set to be voted in as First Minister tomorrow.

Kenneth said: "Congratulations to Humza Yousaf MSP on being elected the SNP’s new leader.

"Tomorrow Humza will become Scotland's First Minister, subject to a vote at Holyrood.

"I have known Humza for many years and throughout his several ministerial posts.

"I am particularly grateful for the support he provided to the Cross-Party Group on Life Sciences in his recent tenure as Health Secretary.

"Commiserations also to third placed Ash Regan MSP and Kate Forbes MSP who finished a close second with 47.9% of the vote share in the second round."

The North Ayrshire SNP also sent out its good wishes and stated on their Facebook page: "Congratulations to the new leader of the SNP.

"We look forward to the new era for our party and working with you."