Mr Yousaf said that he will promote the rights of LGBT people in Scotland by ensuring conversion therapy is banned, and embed LGBT rights in an independent Scotland’s constitution.
Scotland’s Health Secretary is running against the country’s Finance Secretary Kate Forbes and former community safety minister Ash Regan in the contest to replace Nicola Sturgeon.
He said: “Advancing human rights has been a key success story of the SNP in government – from a social security system with respect and dignity at its heart to advancing LGBT equality, we have a track record to be proud of.
“But we cannot afford to rest on our laurels – I am the candidate in this contest that has pledged my unequivocal support in advancing people’s rights.
“And as first minister, I will constantly strive to ensure Scotland is an international leader in human rights.
“I will start by confirming that the government will bring forward the Human Rights Bill and will incorporate key UN treaties into Scots Law as far as the devolution settlement allows. And any areas found to be out with our power under the current settlement will be incorporated into Scots Law when we are independent.
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