In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, all visits to the Parliament have been suspended until further notice.
We apologise for any inconvenience that this may cause.
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Parliamentary recess dates in 2021
The Scottish
General Election (Coronavirus) Bill was passed by the Parliament on 23 December
2020. Subject to the Bill receiving Royal Assent, Dissolution of the Parliament
takes place on 5 May 2021, the day before the Scottish general election on 6
May 2021.
Parliamentary recess dates for Session 6 of the Parliament will be agreed after the election.
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Opening hours, guided tours, availability of exhibitions and access to certain parts of the building may be altered at short notice due to Parliamentary business.