North Tayside (Scottish Parliament constituency)

North Tayside (Scottish Parliament constituency) is a constituency of the Scottish Parliament and is located in the Tayside region, covering areas such as Perth and Kinross, Dundee, and parts of the Cairngorms National Park. The constituency was created in 2011, as part of a wider review of Scottish Parliament constituencies by the Boundary Commission for Scotland, and is currently held by John Swinney, a member of the Scottish National Party and former Cabinet Secretary for Finance, Employment and Sustainable Growth. The constituency is also home to several notable landmarks, including Scone Palace, Blair Castle, and the River Tay, which flows through the region and is an important part of the local ecosystem.

● Constituency profile

The constituency of North Tayside is a diverse and rural area, covering a range of communities and industries, including agriculture, tourism, and renewable energy. The region is home to several notable towns, including Pitlochry, Aberfeldy, and Blairgowrie, which are popular with tourists and offer a range of amenities and services. The constituency is also close to several major cities, including Perth, Scotland, Dundee, and Aberdeen, which provide access to a range of universities, including the University of Dundee, University of Abertay Dundee, and University of the Highlands and Islands. The local economy is supported by a range of organizations, including Scottish Enterprise, Highlands and Islands Enterprise, and the Perth and Kinross Council, which work to promote economic development and job creation in the region.

● Electoral history

The constituency of North Tayside has been held by the Scottish National Party since its creation in 2011, with John Swinney being the current Member of the Scottish Parliament (MSP) for the area. The constituency has a relatively high turnout at elections, with voters participating in Scottish Parliament elections, United Kingdom general elections, and European Parliament elections. The region has also been represented by several other notable politicians, including Alex Salmond, Nicola Sturgeon, and Angus Robertson, who have all played important roles in Scottish politics and the Scottish independence movement. The constituency is also part of the Perth and North Perthshire (UK Parliament constituency), which is currently held by Pete Wishart, a member of the Scottish National Party and former Chair of the Scottish Affairs Committee.

● Boundaries and council areas

The constituency of North Tayside covers a range of council areas, including Perth and Kinross, Dundee City, and parts of the Angus and Highland council areas. The constituency boundaries were established in 2011, as part of a wider review of Scottish Parliament constituencies by the Boundary Commission for Scotland. The constituency is bordered by several other Scottish Parliament constituencies, including Perthshire South and Kinross-shire, Dundee City West, and Angus North and Mearns. The region is also close to several major roads, including the A9 road, A85 road, and A90 road, which provide access to other parts of Scotland and the United Kingdom.

● Members of

the Scottish Parliament The current Member of the Scottish Parliament (MSP) for the North Tayside constituency is John Swinney, who has held the seat since 2011. Swinney is a member of the Scottish National Party and has served in several cabinet positions, including Cabinet Secretary for Finance, Employment and Sustainable Growth and Deputy First Minister of Scotland. Other notable MSPs who have represented the region include Roseanna Cunningham, Richard Lochhead, and Fergus Ewing, who have all played important roles in Scottish politics and the Scottish Government. The constituency is also represented by several other politicians, including Ian Blackford, Stephen Gethins, and Stewart Hosie, who are all members of the Scottish National Party and have represented the region in the House of Commons and European Parliament.