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When did the English and Scottish parliament unite?
The English and Scottish parliaments officially united in 1707 to form the Parliament of Great Britain. This came about through the Act of Union which was passed by both parliaments that year.
What year did Scotland get its own Parliament?
The legislation for Scotland to hold its own parliament was included in the 1998 Scotland Act and the first meeting of the Scottish Parliament took place on 12 May 1999.
What are the 4 main political parties in Scotland?
The four main political parties in Scotland are the Scottish National Party (SNP), Scottish Conservative Party, Scottish Labour Party, and Scottish Liberal Democrats. These parties have significant representation in the Scottish Parliament and play a key role in shaping policies and decisions in Scotland.
Why are women better represented in Scottish parliament than the UK parliament?
Women are better represented in the Scottish Parliament compared to the UK Parliament due to the use of a proportional representation electoral system in Scotland that can help increase diversity among elected representatives. Additionally, there are dedicated efforts in Scotland to promote gender equality and encourage more women to participate in politics.
Who is the first minister of scotland in the Scottish parliment?
The first minister of Scotland in 2009 is Alex Salmond (SNP).
Were does the Scottish parliament meet?
The Scottish Parliament meet in building located in the Holyrood area of central Edinburgh. Scotland.
What is the post code of the Scottish Parliament?
The postcode of the Scottish Parliament is EH99 1SP. It is located in Edinburgh, Scotland, and serves as the home of the Scottish Parliament, where legislative activities take place. The building is situated in the Holyrood area, near the Palace of Holyroodhouse.
When was Scottish Parliament created?
Scottish Parliament was created in 1999.
Who makes the laws in the Scottish Parliament?
The elected Members of the Scottish Parliament.
What is the Main Legislative Body in Scotland called?
The Scottish Parliament.
When was Scottish Youth Parliament created?
Scottish Youth Parliament was created in 1999.
Do members of the Scottish parliament sit in Westminster?
No, they sit in the Scottish Parliament in Edinburgh. However, Scottish constituencies can, and do, elect members to sit in the UK Parliament in London.
When was the Scottish Parliament made?
The devolved Scottish parliament was first elected and met in 1999.
Who chairs the debate in the Scottish Parliament?
The Presiding Officer of the Scottish Parliament chairs the debate.
Do you have to be Scottish to sit in the Scottish parliament?
yes
How much did the Scottish Parliament cost?
It approximately cost £414 million to build the Scottish Parliament.
Where do the members of the scottish parliament meet when in England?
The Scottish Parliament meets at the Scottish Parliament Building in Holyrood, Edinburgh. If they are in England on government business they meet at the Palace of Westminster in London.
