Contents
- Scottish Parliament Wednesday 12 May 1999
- Oaths and Affirmations
- Presiding Officer
- Deputy Presiding Officers
Scottish Parliament Wednesday 12 May 1999
[THE TEMPORARY CLERK opened the meeting at 09:30]
Welcome to this, the first meeting of the Scottish Parliament established under the Scotland Act 1998. We are gathered on this day and at this time and place, in accordance with The Scottish Parliament (First Ordinary General Election and First Meeting) Order 1999. As provided by the standing orders, my role is to preside over the proceedings to enable the oldest qualified member to take the oath or make a solemn affirmation.