“If you or a family member have waited for an ambulance too long, waited for treatment for too long, I am sorry.”

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Meaning

He is apologizing to people who have experienced long waits for an ambulance or for treatment. The quote acknowledges that these delays can be upsetting and harmful. It also shows personal responsibility and regret.

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Originally said in English.

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About Humza Yousaf

Scottish politician

Humza Yousaf is a Scottish politician who served as First Minister of Scotland and leader of the Scottish National Party from 2023 to 2024. He was born in 1985. He represented Glasgow Pollok in the Scottish Parliament from 2016 to 2026, and before that served as a regional MSP for Glasgow from 2011 to 2016. In government, he held senior posts under Nicola Sturgeon, including justice secretary from 2018 to 2021 and health secretary from 2021 to 2023.

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