Former Member of Parliament
Jim Sillars
Scottish National Party MP for Glasgow, Govan
At a glanceJim Sillars was a Scottish National Party MP for Glasgow, Govan.
Early day motions
| 21 Nov 1991 | THE LEADER OF THE OPPOSITION AND THE LOCATION OF THE CENTRAL BANK | 5 sig. |
| 14 Nov 1991 | SCOTTISH INDEPENDENCE AND THE ENGLISH | 5 sig. |
| 14 Nov 1991 | LABOUR AND THE LEGITIMACY OF THE TORY GOVERNMENT IN SCOTLAND | 5 sig. |
| 31 Oct 1991 | THE HON. MEMBER FOR LIVINGSTON, TRIDENT AND THE NHS | 5 sig. |
| 31 Oct 1991 | MR PETER MANDELSON, LABOUR AND THE FOURTH TRIDENT SUBMARINE | 6 sig. |
| 17 Jul 1991 | LABOUR NUCLEAR POLICY | 3 sig. |
Full parliamentary career
Other posts
- Deputy Leader, Scottish National Party 1 Sep 1991 – 25 Sep 1992
Previous seats
- Glasgow, Govan · Elected 1 time 10 Nov 1988 – 9 Apr 1992
- South Ayrshire · Elected 2 times 28 Feb 1974 – 3 May 1979
- South Ayrshire · Elected 1 time 19 Mar 1970 – 28 Feb 1974
Elections contested
- Glasgow, Govan 9 Apr 1992
- Linlithgow 11 Jun 1987
- South Ayrshire 3 May 1979
Party affiliation
- Scottish National Party 10 Nov 1988 – 9 Apr 1992
- Scottish Labour Party 26 Jul 1976 – 3 May 1979
- Labour 18 Jun 1970 – 26 Jul 1976
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Jim Sillars, answered from official Parliament data.
Who is Jim Sillars?
Jim Sillars was a Member of Parliament who represented Glasgow, Govan in the House of Commons. See Jim Sillars's official Parliament profile.
Which party did Jim Sillars represent?
Jim Sillars sat as Scottish National Party. See Jim Sillars's official Parliament profile.
Which constituency did Jim Sillars represent?
Jim Sillars was the Member of Parliament for Glasgow, Govan. See Jim Sillars's official Parliament profile.
What registered interests are listed for Jim Sillars?
Jim Sillars has no entries in the Register of Members' Financial Interests. See Jim Sillars's official Parliament profile.
Source: this MP's official Parliament profile. Last updated 27 Jul 2026.