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MSP

British

abbreviation

Member of the Scottish Parliament

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Dumbarton is one of three seats which has had the same MSP since 1999 - and in all three, the same candidate is seeking to continue that streak.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

The party expects to elect one MSP for the North East region at the Scottish election in May - meaning the lead candidate is likely to secure a place at Holyrood.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

While the former MSP says the ban is the piece of legislation he is most proud of in his career, he was not without his critics.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

She said her party was aiming to return an MSP in each of Scotland's regions, as well as targeting constituency seats in Glasgow Southside and Edinburgh Central.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

Reform's Scottish leader began his speech by reiterating his ambition to become Scotland's next first minister after the vote on 7 May, with Reform aiming to substantially increase its current tally on one MSP.

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

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