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Scottish Parliament Votes to Ban Double Jobbing
The Scottish Parliament has unanimously approved amendments to the Scottish Elections (Representation & Reform) Bill, banning MSPs from simultaneously serving as MPs or members of the House of Lords, a move backed by all political parties. This legislation, proposed by Conservative MSP Graham Simpson and supported by Green MSP Ross Greer, aims to ensure full-time dedication to parliamentary duties, responding to a controversy involving SNP Westminster leader Stephen Flynn. Following Flynn's initial intention to run for Holyrood while retaining his Westminster seat, which was met with significant backlash, the amendments now require MPs elected to Holyrood to resign from Westminster within eight days. The ban on dual mandates aligns Scotland with existing rules in Wales and Northern Ireland. The Scottish Government will also initiate a public consultation regarding the implementation of these changes before the next Holyrood election in 2026. Critics, including Greer, have highlighted the conflict between elected representatives and the unelected House of Lords, advocating for the exclusion of serving peers from holding MSP positions.
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