Ruth Davidson, the leader of the Scottish Conservative party, has announced her engagement with her long-term girlfriend.
Davidson is one of the only LGBTI people to ever lead a right-wing political party in the world.
She said on Twitter that she had been away for a few days because she had a very important question to ask her partner Jen Wilson.
So, I’ve been away for a few days as I had an important question to ask. Delighted Jen said yes. Very happy. X pic.twitter.com/IND22nVRa5
— Ruth Davidson (@RuthDavidsonMSP) May 23, 2016
The announcement has seen a flurry of congratulations for the happy couple.
A Scottish Conservative spokesman said: ‘Normally we wouldn’t comment on personal issues but everybody in the party will want to wish Ruth and Jen the very best.’
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said:
Congratulations to you both. @RuthDavidsonMSP https://t.co/qfaGnRP8Lp
— Nicola Sturgeon (@NicolaSturgeon) May 23, 2016
Harry Potter author JK Rowling said:
@jk_rowling thanks Jo. We are ridiculously chuffed. X
— Ruth Davidson (@RuthDavidsonMSP) May 23, 2016
And presenter Lorraine Kelly:
@reallorraine thanks Lorraine. X
— Ruth Davidson (@RuthDavidsonMSP) May 23, 2016