The Scottish Parliament Employee Directory
Legislative OfficesScotland, United Kingdom501-1000 Employees
The Scottish Parliament functions as Scotland's lawmaking body, with responsibilities including holding the government to account, representing constituents, and enacting legislation on devolved matters. It is made up of 129 elected Members of the Scottish Parliament who help scrutinize policy and guide domestic legislation. Located in Edinburgh, the institution relies on a workforce of several hundred people to support its parliamentary process. In 2026, Mark Ruskell was named convener of the Rural Affairs Committee, a role focused on scrutinising farm, land and rural policy. This appointment highlights ongoing governance activity within the Parliament's oversight of devolved policy areas.