The leader of the Scottish National Party, Yusuf Hamza, has been elected head of government and political leader of Scotland. Officially, his position is called "First Minister", and unofficially — Prime Minister. This post in Scotland was taken by a Muslim for the first time, Sky News writes.

Hamza will be sworn in on March 29. Nicola Sturgeon, who previously held the post of First Minister, who led Scotland for 8 years, resigned on February 15. The heads of the largest political parties have put forward their candidacies.

"I will never shy away from solving the serious problems that our country is facing. I will lead a government that listens carefully and respects the views of all representatives of the Scottish Parliament," said the new head of Scotland.

Previously, the politician held the position of Minister of Health, and in 2011 became the youngest parliamentarian.

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