Thank you.

That concludes general questions.

The next item of business is First Minister's questions.

I call Question number one.

Douglas Ross.

Thank you, Mr.

I begin by picking on record my party's condolences to the family and friends of the late

Alistair Darling.

The former Chancellor played an essential role in steering the country through the financial

crash and the Better Together campaign.

He was a true titan of Scottish and UK politics, and I think the warm responses from

across the political spectrum is a testament to the high regard in which he was held.

Our thoughts are with his wife Margaret, his children, Callum and Anna, and his many friends across politics, particularly in Scottish Labour at this difficult time.

The OECD's PISA publication is one of the most respected international studies of education systems.

This week, they reported that Scotland's results have declined to record lows.

The 2020-23 study shows the worst-ever performance in mass, science and reading.

What does Hamza Yusuf have to say to the generation of young Scots that have been failed by the SMP?

First minute, sir.

Before I answer the question, this is also the first opportunity for me to do so in this chamber.

I pay tribute to Lord Darling.

Alastair Darling was a dedicated public servant, a giant of Scottish and UK politics.

My last interaction with Alisa Darling just a couple of months ago, we ran into each other

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