Scottish Members of Parliament: 2019 General Election Results

Scottish Members of Parliament in the 2019 General Election

The 2019 United Kingdom general election determined the representation of Scotland within the House of Commons—the lower house of the UK Parliament—for the 58th Parliament (2019–2024). This election saw candidates from various political parties compete across Scottish constituencies to secure a seat and represent their local constituents at the national level.

Key Facts

  • Parliamentary Term: The elected members served during the 58th Parliament of the United Kingdom.
  • Duration: The term spanned from 2019 to 2024.
  • Scope: The list encompasses all Members of Parliament (MPs) elected via Scottish constituencies.
  • Tracking: Records include changes in party affiliation and identify members who did not serve the full term.

Understanding the Representation

In the UK electoral system, Scotland is divided into several constituencies, each electing one MP to represent them. The party allegiance of these MPs is often visualized on maps using specific colors to denote which political party holds the seat in a given area.

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Tracking Parliamentary Changes

Political landscapes can shift during a parliamentary term. To maintain accuracy, records for the 58th Parliament note any changes in party affiliation that occurred after the initial election. Additionally, MPs who did not complete their full term of service are typically identified using italics to distinguish them from those who served the entire duration from 2019 to 2024.

Summary of the 58th Parliament (Scottish Seats)

Overview of Scottish Representation (2019–2024)
Category Details
Parliament Number 58th Parliament of the United Kingdom
Election Year 2019
Term End 2024
Region Scottish Constituencies

Frequently Asked Questions

Which parliament did the 2019 Scottish MPs serve in?

They served in the 58th Parliament of the United Kingdom.

What was the time frame for this parliamentary term?

The term lasted from 2019 until 2024.

How are MPs who did not serve the full term identified?

MPs who did not serve throughout the entire Parliament are indicated with italicized text.

How is party allegiance typically shown for these constituencies?

Party allegiance is indicated by specific colors on a map corresponding to each constituency's MP.

Are changes in party affiliation recorded?

Yes, changes of affiliation are noted to ensure an accurate historical record of the members' political ties.

References

  1. Elected as a SNP candidate in 2019.
  2. Cameron defected to the Scottish Conservatives from the SNP on 12 October 2023.
  3. Ferrier was suspended from the SNP in October 2020 and sat as an independent. She vacated her seat following a recall petition on 1 August 2023.
  4. Gray resigned as an MP on 23 March 2021 to successfully contest the Scottish Parliament constituency of the same name at the 2021 Scottish Parliament election.
  5. Hanvey defected to the Alba Party from the SNP on 27 March 2021.