Today the NACWG and Empowering Women Panel are meeting with First Minister and Deputy First Minister Shona Robison MSP.

We will discuss our focus on the cost of living crisis and actions needed to be tackle inequality and poverty faced by women and girls in Scotland. #GenerationEqual

In a letter to Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Minister Lord Ahmad, First Minister Humza Yousaf warned that by continuing to arm Israel, the UK Government is in danger of being complicit in the killing of innocent civilians in Gaza.

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As Sikhs across Scotland celebrate #Vaisakhi , First Minister Humza Yousaf is thanking them for their unwavering support for the most vulnerable members of our communities.

This Eid-al-Fitr, First Minister Humza Yousaf is sending his very best wishes to Muslims celebrating across the world — and reflecting on what we can do to help those who are experiencing hardship, grief and struggle.

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@ScotGov has provided extra funding to secure the jobs of 27 staff working for the Gaelic Community officers scheme.

It will allow Bòrd na Gàidhlig to maintain the officers who work to promote the Gaelic language and culture.

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Thug @ScotGov barrachd maoineachaidh gus glèidheadh 27 luchd-obrach ann an sgeama nan oifigearan coimhearsnachd Gàidhlig.

Leigidh e le Bòrd na Gàidhlig taic a chur ri oifigearan ag obair gus a’ Ghàidhlig a bhrosnachadh.

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First Minister Humza Yousaf has called for an end to arms sales from the UK to Israel in a letter to the Prime Minister.

It comes after three British aid workers were among those killed in an Israeli air strike.

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In a meeting with French Consul General Pailler Stephane, First Minister Humza Yousaf committed to further developing @ScotGov relations with France including sharing best practice in renewables and biodiversity as well as broadening engagement at national and regional levels.

First Minister Humza Yousaf reiterated Scotland's ambition to be a major supplier of green hydrogen to Europe.

Meeting with Christiane Hullmann Christiane Hullmann, they discussed @ScotGov's economic and cultural engagement in support of shared priorities and values.

A first instalment of £30 million investment in Office of the Chief Executive NHSScotland was announced by First Minister Humza Yousaf at NHS Fife National Treatment Centre.
It's part of a three-year, £300 million plan to help reduce waiting lists by an estimated 100,000 patients.
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On a visit to the National Treatment Centre at NHS Fife, First Minister Humza Yousaf announced an initial £30 million of targeted investment.

This is part of a £300 million plan over three years to help reduce inpatient and day-case waiting lists.

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'You continue to contribute so much to our lives, to our diverse communities, to our strong tradition of interfaith leadership in Scotland.'

First Minister Humza Yousaf has attended the national Easter Service at @StGilesHighKirkand wished all those celebrating a Happy Easter.

“I am honoured every day to lead a government driven by clear values and an ambition to make Scotland a fairer place for everyone.”

Watch as First Minister Humza Yousaf reflects on his first year in post and sets out what his government aims to achieve by 2026.

'With the end of lent, and the emergence of spring here in Scotland, Easter reminds us of the light of hope in times of darkness.'

First Minister Humza Yousaf has sent his best wishes to everyone marking Easter in Scotland, and around the world.⬇️

First Minister Humza Yousaf was honoured to host an Interfaith Iftar meal at Bute House.

The evening was spent sharing and valuing Scotland’s diverse religious traditions and further strengthening bonds across our communities.

Humza Yousaf Our £42 million Techscaler programme is helping companies and entrepreneurs start and scale their businesses.

We are working to unleash Scotland's potential as a leading start-up nation.

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First Minister Humza Yousaf has recognised the vital role of farmers in food production, improving biodiversity and tackling climate change.

The Agriculture and Rural Communities Scotland Bill supports high quality food production; climate mitigation and wider rural development.

Another area of increased focus for First Minister Humza Yousaf is supporting Scotland’s coastal communities.

Cabinet Secretary for Rural Affairs Mairi Gougeon announced £14 million in grants from the Marine Fund Scotland earlier this year.

The number of Scottish employers registered as paying the real Living Wage is at a new high.

Organisations applying for public sector grants must pay at least the real Living Wage.

Nearly 90% of workers aged over 18 are paid the real Living Wage or above.

First Minister Humza Yousaf opened the new National Manufacturing Institute Scotland advanced manufacturing and skills centre, supported by £75 million @ScotGov funding.

The facility will help ensure Scotland’s long history of innovation and engineering continues, and support our drive to net zero.