Police in Edinburgh have arrested a 28-year-old man in connection with reports of suspicious activity near the official residence of Scotland’s new First Minister, Humza Yousaf.
Officers were called to Charlotte Square at 19:40 BST on Saturday, where Mr Yousaf’s Bute House is located. Police have confirmed that there was no threat to the public, and the Scottish Government has declined to comment on the incident.
Mr Yousaf was appointed First Minister earlier this week after being elected leader of the Scottish National Party. He is the first Muslim to take on the role, and his appointment has been widely welcomed by the public.
The arrest of the 28-year-old man is currently under investigation, and further details are yet to be released. However, police have stated that they are confident that there is no risk to the wider public.
The incident comes at a time of heightened security in Scotland, as Mr Yousaf takes up his new role as First Minister. It is not yet known whether the suspect was acting alone or as part of a larger group.
The arrest has been met with shock and concern from members of the public, who are keen to ensure that Scotland’s new leader is kept safe. Mr Yousaf has not yet commented on the incident, but it is likely that he will be taking extra precautions in the coming weeks.
The police investigation into the incident is ongoing, and it is hoped that more information will be released in due course. In the meantime, Scotland’s new First Minister will be taking extra steps to ensure his safety and that of those around him.