Jamie Halcro Johnston
Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party
MSP for Highlands and Islands (Region) 2017 - present day
About Jamie Halcro Johnston
Contact details
Contact online
Email: [email protected]
Contact at the Scottish Parliament
The Scottish Parliament
Edinburgh
EH99 1SP
Phone: 0131 348 6140
Text relay calls welcome.
Committees
Jamie is a member of 2 committees
Finance and Public Administration Committee
Substitute Member
Cross-party groups
Jamie is a member of 7 cross-party groups
Cross-Party Group in the Scottish Parliament on Beer and Pubs
Member
Cross-Party Group in the Scottish Parliament on Crofting
Member
Cross-Party Group in the Scottish Parliament on India
Member
Cross-Party Group in the Scottish Parliament on Islands
Convener
Cross-Party Group in the Scottish Parliament on Rural Policy
Member
Cross-Party Group in the Scottish Parliament on Space
Deputy Convener
Cross-Party Group in the Scottish Parliament on Tourism
Member
Parliamentary and Government Roles
Jamie does not have any parliamentary or government roles
Party Roles
Jamie has 4 party roles
Deputy Party Spokesperson on Business
Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party
Deputy Party Spokesperson on Enterprise
Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party
Deputy Party Spokesperson on Tourism
Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party
Deputy Party Spokesperson on Trade
Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party
Previous roles
Jamie has had 7 previous roles
Previous roles in cross-party groups are not included in this list.
23 December 2020 - 04 May 2021
Culture Tourism Europe and External Affairs Committee
Member
16 December 2020 - 04 May 2021
Rural Economy and Connectivity Committee
Member
29 June 2017 - 23 December 2020
Standards Procedures and Public Appointments Committee
Member
25 February 2020 - 16 December 2020
Education and Skills Committee
Member
06 September 2018 - 25 February 2020
Economy Energy and Fair Work Committee
Member
29 June 2017 - 25 February 2020
Finance and Constitution Committee
Substitute Member
29 June 2017 - 06 September 2018
Economy Jobs and Fair Work Committee
Member
Register of interests
Jamie's register of interests
MSPs must provide details of their financial interests in the Register of Interests. They make an initial statement on becoming or being returned as an MSP. This is then updated with any changes they provide.
Here is the register for Jamie Halcro Johnston. The date of their initial statement was 09 June 2021.
Remuneration and related undertaking
Until 19 June 2017 I was a sole trader providing freelance Sales Consultancy, providing services to Holyrood Communications. I worked three days per week in this role.
I am a partner in J Halcro-Johnston and Sons (a farming concern of Gyre Farm, Orphir, Orkney KW17 2RD). I work one day per month. I receive a benefit in kind of accommodation in a property owned by the partnership, as well as payment of some utility bills, to a value of between £3,001 and £5,000 annually. If the partnership returns a profit, I anticipate receiving remuneration of between £1,001 and £2,000 annually. Any remuneration received by me will be reinvested in the business.
Gifts
No registrable interests.
Overseas visits
No registrable interests.
Controlled transactions
No registrable interests.
Heritable property
I own a croft in Orkney which produces a gross annual income of up to £5,000.
I own a flat in Edinburgh with a market value of between £300,001 and £350,001, which I use as accommodation when I attend the Parliament.
I own 150 acres of land in Orkney with a market value in the £0 - £50,000 band. I receive no income from this land.
Interest in shares
No registrable interests.
Voluntary
I own 196 ordinary shares in Standard Life.
I own 250 ordinary shares in Tetragen (Knapton) Ltd, an energy-from-waste firm.
Recent Activity
What was said
What Jamie Halcro Johnston has said in Parliament
These are the official transcripts of what was said by this MSP in the chamber and at committee meetings. You'll find the topic discussed and how many times this MSP has contributed to the discussion.
Chamber meeting date: 26 January 2023
Transport Connectivity (Islands)
6. Jamie Halcro Johnston (Highlands and Islands) (Con): "To ask the Scottish Government how it will improve transport connectivity for Scotland’s islands. (S6O-01833)"
Chamber meeting date: 25 January 2023
NHS Shetland (Dentistry and Orthodontic Treatment Waiting Times)
Jamie Halcro Johnston (Highlands and Islands) (Con): "Too many dental practices across Scotland are going private or closing completely. Next month, Skye and Lochalsh dental practice will close its doors for good…
Chamber meeting date: 25 January 2023
Housing
Jamie Halcro Johnston (Highlands and Islands) (Con): "Will the member take an intervention?"
Economy and Fair Work Committee meeting date: 25 January 2023
Disability Employment Gap
Jamie Halcro Johnston (Highlands and Islands) (Con): "Good morning, and thank you very much. There is some really interesting stuff coming out today, and some of the areas that I was going to ask you about have already been covered…
Chamber meeting date: 19 January 2023
Carbon Neutral Islands Project
Jamie Halcro Johnston (Highlands and Islands) (Con): "I have a quick question, because I was struggling to find this information. What budget is being provided for the project, annually or over its lifetime?"
See all of Jamie Halcro Johnston's contributions in the chamber
See all of Jamie Halcro Johnston's contributions in committees
Votes
How Jamie Halcro Johnston has voted in Parliament
Find out how Jamie Halcro Johnston has voted recently.
Suspension of Standing Orders
Submitted by: George Adam, Paisley, Scottish National Party. Date lodged: Wednesday, January 25, 2023
Current status: Taken in the Chamber on Thursday, January 26, 2023
Result 85 for, 25 against, 0 abstained, 19 no vote
MSP voted for
Vote Passed
Business Programme
Submitted by: Neil Bibby, West Scotland, Scottish Labour. Date lodged: Wednesday, January 25, 2023
Supported by: Jackie Baillie, Sarah Boyack, Katy Clark, Rhoda Grant, Mark Griffin, Monica Lennon, Richard Leonard, Paul Sweeney, Mercedes Villalba, Martin Whitfield
Current status: Taken in the Chamber on Wednesday, January 25, 2023
Result 21 for, 96 against, 0 abstained, 12 no vote
MSP voted against
Vote Defeated
Delivering the Homes Scotland Needs
Submitted by: Shona Robison, Dundee City East, Scottish National Party. Date lodged: Wednesday, January 25, 2023
Supported by: Patrick Harvie, Ben Macpherson, Gillian Martin, Christina McKelvie
Current status: Taken in the Chamber on Wednesday, January 25, 2023
Result 69 for, 55 against, 0 abstained, 5 no vote
MSP voted against
Vote Passed
Homeless Emergency
Submitted by: Shona Robison, Dundee City East, Scottish National Party. Date lodged: Tuesday, January 24, 2023
Supported by: Patrick Harvie, Ben Macpherson, Christina McKelvie
Current status: Taken in the Chamber on Wednesday, January 25, 2023
Result 69 for, 55 against, 0 abstained, 5 no vote
MSP voted against
Vote Passed
Business Programme
Submitted by: George Adam, Paisley, Scottish National Party. Date lodged: Tuesday, January 24, 2023
Current status: Taken in the Chamber on Wednesday, January 25, 2023
Result 101 for, 21 against, 0 abstained, 7 no vote
MSP voted for
Vote Passed
Motions
Motions made by Jamie Halcro Johnston in Parliament
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Questions
Questions Jamie Halcro Johnston has asked
These are the questions that this MSP has asked in Parliament. It also includes any answer to those questions.
Asked by: Halcro Johnston, Jamie, Highlands and Islands, Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party, Date Lodged: 27 January 2023
"To ask the Scottish Government what representations it has received from local residents and business owners on future transport options for the Corran Narrows, including the possibility of a fixed link."
Answer expected on 10 February 2023
Asked by: Halcro Johnston, Jamie, Highlands and Islands, Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party, Date Lodged: 27 January 2023
"To ask the Scottish Government what assessment it has made of the environmental impact of the improper disposal of vapes."
Answer expected on 10 February 2023
Asked by: Halcro Johnston, Jamie, Highlands and Islands, Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party, Date Lodged: 27 January 2023
"To ask the Scottish Government what consideration it has given to a deposit return scheme for disposable vapes."
Answer expected on 10 February 2023
Asked by: Halcro Johnston, Jamie, Highlands and Islands, Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party, Date Lodged: 27 January 2023
"To ask the Scottish Government what consultation it has undertaken with local residents and business owners on future transport options for the Corran Narrows, including the possibility of a fixed link."
Answer expected on 10 February 2023
Asked by: Halcro Johnston, Jamie, Highlands and Islands, Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party, Date Lodged: 27 January 2023
"To ask the Scottish Government what action it is taking to encourage the recycling of lithium in disposable vaping products."
Answer expected on 10 February 2023
Asked by: Halcro Johnston, Jamie, Highlands and Islands, Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party, Date Lodged: 27 January 2023
"To ask the Scottish Government what progress has been made on implementing the recommendations in the report, Independent External View of Skye, Lochalsh and South West Ross Out of Hours Services."
Answer expected on 10 February 2023
Asked by: Halcro Johnston, Jamie, Highlands and Islands, Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party, Date Lodged: 27 January 2023
"To ask the Scottish Government what recent discussions it has had with The Highland Council regarding the potential of a fixed link across the Corran Narrows."
Answer expected on 10 February 2023
Asked by: Halcro Johnston, Jamie, Highlands and Islands, Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party, Date Lodged: 27 January 2023
"To ask the Scottish Government what assessment it has undertaken of the potential economic and social benefits of a fixed link across the Corran Narrows."
Answer expected on 10 February 2023
Asked by: Halcro Johnston, Jamie, Highlands and Islands, Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party, Date Lodged: 27 January 2023
"To ask the Scottish Government what consideration it has given to the viability of a fixed link across the Corran Narrows."
Answer expected on 10 February 2023
Asked by: Halcro Johnston, Jamie, Highlands and Islands, Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party, Date Lodged: 27 January 2023
"To ask the Scottish Government how it is supporting NHS Highland to provide 24/7 urgent care at Portree Hospital."
Answer expected on 10 February 2023
See all of Jamie Halcro Johnston's questions submitted in Parliament