Former Member of Parliament
Joanna Cherry
Scottish National Party MP for Edinburgh South West
At a glanceJoanna Cherry was a Scottish National Party MP for Edinburgh South West.
Early day motions
| 13 Dec 2023 | Kay Latimer | 5 sig. |
| 6 Sep 2022 | Heriot-Watt University bicentenary 1821 Appeal | 10 sig. |
| 21 Feb 2022 | Heriot-Watt University support to improve the lives of stoma bag wearers | 18 sig. |
| 16 Dec 2021 | Heriot-Watt University awarded Queen’s Anniversary Prize | 11 sig. |
| 10 Feb 2021 | 200th anniversary of Heriot-Watt University | 22 sig. |
| 9 Nov 2020 | Increase in violence against women in Turkey | 20 sig. |
Full parliamentary career
Opposition posts
- Shadow SNP Spokesperson (Home Affairs) · Opposition Department 20 Jun 2017 – 1 Feb 2021
- Shadow SNP Spokesperson (Justice) · Opposition Department 20 Jun 2017 – 1 Feb 2021
- Shadow SNP Westminster Group Leader (Justice and Home Affairs) · Opposition Department 13 May 2015 – 20 Jun 2017
Committee memberships
- Human Rights (Joint Committee) · Chair 10 Jan 2024 – 30 May 2024
- Liaison Committee (Commons) 10 Jan 2024 – 30 May 2024
- Human Rights (Joint Committee) 2 Mar 2020 – 30 May 2024
- Liaison Committee (Commons) 21 Jul 2022 – 21 Jun 2023
- Human Rights (Joint Committee) · Chair 21 Jul 2022 – 21 Jun 2023
- Committee on the Future Relationship with the European Union 2 Mar 2020 – 16 Jan 2021
- Human Rights (Joint Committee) 6 Nov 2017 – 6 Nov 2019
- Committee on the Future Relationship with the European Union 11 Sep 2017 – 6 Nov 2019
- Committee on the Future Relationship with the European Union 31 Oct 2016 – 3 May 2017
Previous seats
- Edinburgh South West · Elected 3 times 7 May 2015 – 30 May 2024
Elections contested
- Edinburgh South West 4 Jul 2024
Party affiliation
- Scottish National Party 7 May 2015 – 30 May 2024
Expenses
Source: IPSA (OGL v3.0)
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Joanna Cherry, answered from official Parliament data.
Who is Joanna Cherry?
Joanna Cherry was a Member of Parliament who represented Edinburgh South West in the House of Commons. See Joanna Cherry's official Parliament profile.
Which party did Joanna Cherry represent?
Joanna Cherry sat as Scottish National Party. See Joanna Cherry's official Parliament profile.
Which constituency did Joanna Cherry represent?
Joanna Cherry was the Member of Parliament for Edinburgh South West. See Joanna Cherry's official Parliament profile.
What registered interests are listed for Joanna Cherry?
Joanna Cherry has no entries in the Register of Members' Financial Interests. See Joanna Cherry's official Parliament profile.
Source: this MP's official Parliament profile. Last updated 26 Jul 2026.