The Scottish Parliament election was held on Thursday 7 May 2026.
For information on results and what happens next, please visit Election 2026
A Bill is a proposed Act of the Scottish Parliament. A Bill that is introduced in the Scottish Parliament is scrutinised and debated by MSPs.
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MSPs take part in examining and passing proposed laws (Bills). They represent you in the Scottish Parliament and your local area. And they examine the work of the Scottish Government.
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Information about committees and records of all debates, questions and answers.
Go to Chamber and committees
You can get involved with the Scottish Parliament by joining a Cross-party group, submitting a petition, lobbying or exploring our education resources.
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Find out about tours and events at the Scottish Parliament.
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The Scottish Parliament examines what the Scottish Government is doing, makes new laws on devolved matters and debates the issues of the day.
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There are many ways you can get involved with the work of the Parliament such as joining a cross-party group, submitting a petition, attending an event, or giving your views to a committee.
Anyone can get in touch with the Parliament and ask us to consider a matter of importance to you. Find out how to submit a petition and get details of petitions we've already received
We host a wide range of events and exhibitions. Find out more
We offer education sessions in the Parliament and in schools, and resources to help you learn or teach about the Parliament. Find out more about what we can do for you or your class.
Get information about British Sign Language (BSL) information about the Parliament, including our BSL plan.
Gaelic plays an important part in the Scottish Parliament. Find out how you can engage with the parliament in Gaelic or learn more.
We want to everyone in Scotland to be involved in our work, whatever language you use. Find out how to contact us in languages other than English.
Find out about current, previous and proposed Cross-party groups.
Find out about lobbying and how to register your organisation on the Lobbying Register.
Information on planning a protest and our code of conduct for protests and demonstrations.
PACT works with individuals and communities to support engagement.
Submit your views on current committee work
Find out about academic engagement opportunities with SPICe
Find out what we're doing to increase public engagement
Events and exhibitions
Parliamentary newsletters
Find out about regional visits and other events
