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.
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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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The most recent election to the Scottish Parliament took place on 7 May 2026. The next election is expected to be held in May 2031.
Find out about the 2026 election.
2021 election results by constituency and region.
2016 election results by region and constituency.
2011 election results by region and constituency.
2007 election results by region and constituency.
2003 election results by region and constituency.
1999 election results by region and constituency.