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Parliament dissolved ahead of election

The Scottish Parliament is now dissolved ahead of the election on Thursday 7 May 2026.

During dissolution, there are no MSPs and no parliamentary business can take place.

For more information, please visit Election 2026

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Members of the Scottish Parliament (MSPs)

Members' expenses

MSPs can claim money back for "expenses" (costs).  These must be costs from carrying out their duties in Parliament or helping their constituents. 

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Use of postage and stationery

The SPCB publishes the costs of MSP postage and stationery beyond what is provided to each MSP.

Each MSP can claim up to £5,500 each financial year for postage and stationery.