Keith Brown named new justice secretary

Keith Brown named new justice secretary

Keith Brown

Keith Brown MSP is Scotland’s new justice secretary, having replaced Humza Yousaf who has been promoted to health secretary.

Mr Brown, who is depute leader of the SNP, was economy, jobs and fair work secretary between 2016 and 2018.

Before entering politics Mr Brown was a Royal Marine and served in the Falklands War. He graduated with a degree in politics from Dundee University.

Mr Yousaf will have responsibility for the NHS. His portfolio will also cover the establishment of the National Care Service.

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