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Member of the Scottish Parliament
Marie McNair
Scottish National Party MSP for Clydebank and Milngavie
At a glance Marie McNair is a Scottish National Party Member of the Scottish Parliament for Clydebank and Milngavie.
Attendance is votes cast as a share of the 2,903 Holyrood divisions on record; Marie McNair did not vote in 17. A rebellion is a vote against the way most of their own party voted; free votes, where no party line applies, are left out. At Holyrood an abstention is a deliberate recorded vote, distinct from not voting at all.
Party-loyalty figures are our own analysis of the official voting records (recorded votes only; they do not describe the formal whip). How we work this out.
Committees
- Criminal Justice Committee Member
- Public Petitions Committee Member
Voting record
The most recent divisions Marie McNair voted in. For, Against and Abstain are as recorded.
| 25 Jun 2026 | Achieving a Sustainable Prison Population | Against |
| 25 Jun 2026 | Achieving a Sustainable Prison Population | For |
| 25 Jun 2026 | Achieving a Sustainable Prison Population | Against |
| 25 Jun 2026 | Achieving a Sustainable Prison Population | Against |
| 25 Jun 2026 | Achieving a Sustainable Prison Population | Against |
| 24 Jun 2026 | Scotland Needs Reform: Five Years to 2031 | For |
| 24 Jun 2026 | Scotland Needs Reform: Five Years to 2031 | For |
| 24 Jun 2026 | National Security (State Threats) Bill – UK Legislation | For |
| 23 Jun 2026 | Meeting the Challenge of Climate Change | For |
| 23 Jun 2026 | Meeting the Challenge of Climate Change | Against |
| 23 Jun 2026 | Meeting the Challenge of Climate Change | For |
| 23 Jun 2026 | Meeting the Challenge of Climate Change | Against |
| 23 Jun 2026 | Steel Industry (Nationalisation) Bill - UK Legislation | For |
| 23 Jun 2026 | Meeting the Challenge of Climate Change | Against |
| 17 Jun 2026 | Affordable Bus Fares | Against |
Register of interests
From the Scottish Parliament's Register of Interests. Shown as registered; nothing is added or interpreted.
Controlled transactions1
- No registrable interests. (lodged 26 May 2026)
Gifts1
- No registrable interests. (lodged 26 May 2026)
Heritable property1
- No registrable interests. (lodged 26 May 2026)
Interest in shares1
- No registrable interests. (lodged 26 May 2026)
Overseas visits1
- No registrable interests. (lodged 26 May 2026)
Remuneration and related undertaking1
- No registrable interests. (lodged 26 May 2026)
Voluntary2
- In December 2025 the Clydebank Co-operative sponsored the printing of my Christmas card. The value of the sponsorship was £151.20. (lodged 26 May 2026)
- I am a member of Unison Trade Union. (lodged 26 May 2026)
Questions
Marie McNair has tabled 85 questions in the Scottish Parliament.
To ask the Scottish Government what action it is taking to curb vaping among young people.
To ask the Scottish Government what action it is taking to curb vaping among young people.
Awaiting an answer.
To ask the Scottish Government how it is supporting families in Clydebank and Milngavie to access affordable childcare.
To ask the Scottish Government how it is supporting families in Clydebank and Milngavie to access affordable childcare.
Awaiting an answer.
To ask the Scottish Government what action it is taking to protect women and girls from violence, in light of Internati…
To ask the Scottish Government what action it is taking to protect women and girls from violence, in light of International Women’s Day last weekend.
Awaiting an answer.
To ask the Scottish Government what assessment it has made of the impact of the UK Government's reported austerity poli…
To ask the Scottish Government what assessment it has made of the impact of the UK Government's reported austerity policies on the Scottish social security budget.
Awaiting an answer.
To ask the Scottish Government what assessment it has made of any impact on Scotland of the UK Government’s Warm …
To ask the Scottish Government what assessment it has made of any impact on Scotland of the UK Government’s Warm Homes Plan.
Awaiting an answer.
To ask the Scottish Government what work it is undertaking to improve waiting list times for online schooling resources…
To ask the Scottish Government what work it is undertaking to improve waiting list times for online schooling resources for young people with severe anxiety linked to medical diagnoses.
Answer · Jenny Gilruth · 24 Feb 2026
At a national level, the Scottish Government funds a pilot of the i-Sgoil service, which provides live online teaching for young people, including those with severe anxiety, who have disengaged from their school learning for an extended period of time.This is a national offer to complement arrangements put in place by schools and local authorities and is not a standalone substitute for locally-led support.Statutory responsibility for the delivery of education sits with local authorities – as set out under the Education (Scotland) Act 1980. Officials continue to engage with e-Sgoil and local government on a sustainable funding model for i-Sgoil, including the possibility for councils to fund additional places directly, which would allow for increased capacity and reduced waiting lists/times.The Scottish Government is committed to working with local authorities and other partners to implement a range of support for local authorities and schools in delivering these functions.
To ask the Scottish Government what it is doing to promote the take-up of Pension Age Disability Payment.
To ask the Scottish Government what it is doing to promote the take-up of Pension Age Disability Payment.
Awaiting an answer.
To ask the Scottish Government whether it will provide an update on what action it is taking to ensure that patients wi…
To ask the Scottish Government whether it will provide an update on what action it is taking to ensure that patients with cholangiocarcinoma can access the genomic testing needed to access Scottish Medicines Consortium approved precision therapies.
Answer · Jenni Minto · 17 Dec 2025
I am pleased to announce that the Scottish Government will support the initial implementation of much-needed testing for cholangiocarcinoma, with funding to be released in December and reassurance from NHS National Services Division (NSD), the national commissioner of genomic testing in NHS Scotland, that this will be available to patients across Scotland from February 2026.This is a single test for a relatively rare form of cancer. However, I want to assure you that the Scottish Government is fully committed to improving access to the full range of genomic testing needed and to building the foundations required to allow Scotland to take full advantage of developments in genomic medicine, including data and digital infrastructure and skilled workforce requirements. This is part of our long-term approach to deliver bold and ambitious action to reform and renew our health and care systems in Scotland within a fiscal position that remains extremely challenging.
Motions lodged
| 13 Jul 2026 | New Public Access Defibrillator at Talbot Arms in Milngavie | 1 sig. |
| 29 Jun 2026 | Bearsden Woman Wins Pride of Scotland Fundraiser of the Year Award | 18 sig. |
| 25 Jun 2026 | Clydebank Nursery Staff Raise Money for Cancer Research UK | 11 sig. |
| 19 Jun 2026 | Allander Rotary Duck Race Raises Funds and Smiles | 7 sig. |
| 11 Jun 2026 | Action Mesothelioma Day 2026 | 20 sig. |
| 3 Jun 2026 | Bearsden Academy Under 18s Win Cameronian Cup for Second Year in a Row | 10 sig. |
Speeches
Recent things Marie McNair has said in the chamber and in committee, from the Official Report.
25 Jun 2026 Action Mesothelioma Day 2026 (draft)
I am delighted to hear it. I welcome today’s announcement on the time bar issue, which I know will be well received by asbestos sufferers and campaigners. Does the minister accept that, on this issue, justice delayed is justice denied? Can…
25 Jun 2026 Action Mesothelioma Day 2026 (draft)
This is the fifth year that I have managed to secure a debate to mark mesothelioma day. My determination to secure truth and justice for asbestos victims and their families will never wane. I thank those members who have supported my motio…
10 Jun 2026 Public Trust in Scottish Politics (draft)
—and the arrogant denial in the motion. Interruption. I am sorry—I am being heckled by Mr Sarwar.I condemn Peter Murrell for what he did. It is right that he is in prison. The police investigation did its job and a criminal has been convic…
10 Jun 2026 Public Trust in Scottish Politics (draft)
—and the arrogant denial in the motion. Interruption. I am sorry—I am being heckled by Mr Sarwar.I condemn Peter Murrell for what he did. It is right that he is in prison. The police investigation did its job and a criminal has been convic…
10 Jun 2026 Public Trust in Scottish Politics (draft)
Nothing in the debate today acknowledges or explains why there is a lack of trust in the integrity of Mr Sarwar and the Labour Party. As has already been said, is he one of the least trusted leaders in Scotland because of cosying up to Pet…
10 Jun 2026 Public Trust in Scottish Politics (draft)
Nothing in the debate today acknowledges or explains why there is a lack of trust in the integrity of Mr Sarwar and the Labour Party. As has already been said, is he one of the least trusted leaders in Scotland because of cosying up to Pet…
10 Jun 2026 Public Trust in Scottish Politics (draft)
I am going to make progress. I will not take an intervention—I have already taken one and I am mindful that I have a lot to say.
10 Jun 2026 Public Trust in Scottish Politics (draft)
I am going to make progress. I will not take an intervention—I have already taken one and I am mindful that I have a lot to say.
10 Jun 2026 Public Trust in Scottish Politics (draft)
No—I will make some progress.The loss of trust goes all the way back to the mishandling of the financial crash, when the payment of bankers’ bonuses was more important than the ability of many to pay their household bills. It was exacerbat…
10 Jun 2026 Public Trust in Scottish Politics (draft)
No—I will make some progress.The loss of trust goes all the way back to the mishandling of the financial crash, when the payment of bankers’ bonuses was more important than the ability of many to pay their household bills. It was exacerbat…
10 Jun 2026 Public Trust in Scottish Politics (draft)
When the member gets his own party scrutiny in order, I will probably take him seriously but, at the moment, I do not. It is the same tired attacks and opportunism that resulted in Labour’s disastrous election result. The commentator Gerry…
10 Jun 2026 Public Trust in Scottish Politics (draft)
When the member gets his own party scrutiny in order, I will probably take him seriously but, at the moment, I do not. It is the same tired attacks and opportunism that resulted in Labour’s disastrous election result. The commentator Gerry…
10 Jun 2026 Public Trust in Scottish Politics (draft)
This is my first speech since I was re-elected by my constituents in Clydebank, Milngavie and Bearsden north. I am extremely humbled to have again received the trust of the electorate. It is a trust placed in me that I have never taken for…
10 Jun 2026 Public Trust in Scottish Politics (draft)
This is my first speech since I was re-elected by my constituents in Clydebank, Milngavie and Bearsden north. I am extremely humbled to have again received the trust of the electorate. It is a trust placed in me that I have never taken for…
4 Jun 2026 General Question Time (draft)
I recently met one of my constituents to discuss her concerns about underage vaping. We both agree that vapes should be stored like cigarettes, with no colourful marking or flavours available, to make them much less appealing. I am aware o…
4 Jun 2026 General Question Time (draft)
To ask the Scottish Government what action it is taking to curb vaping among young people. (S7O-00010)
2 Jun 2026 Phone-free Classrooms (draft)
I welcome you to your role, Deputy Presiding Officer, and I congratulate the cabinet secretary on her new appointment.The vast majority of Scotland’s pupils are hardworking and well behaved, but we must acknowledge concerns about the antis…
14 May 2026 Oaths and Affirmations (draft)
I, Marie Alexandra McNair, do swear that I will be faithful and bear true allegiance to His Majesty King Charles, his heirs and successors, according to law. So help me God.
25 Mar 2026 Portfolio Question Time
I, too, am proud that the Scottish National Party Government continues to strengthen social security support and maximise incomes for our most vulnerable. The recent report by the Institute for Public Policy Research Scotland on the welfar…
25 Mar 2026 Portfolio Question Time (draft)
I, too, am proud that the Scottish National Party Government continues to strengthen social security support and maximise incomes for our most vulnerable. The recent report by the Institute for Public Policy Research Scotland on the welfar…
Seat & career
- Clydebank and Milngavie Constituency MSP 7 May 2026 – present
- Clydebank and Milngavie Constituency MSP · Dissolution 6 May 2021 – 8 Apr 2026
Allowances
2025 (latest published)
Source: Scottish Parliament (published ~1 year in arrears)
Contact & offices
Parliamentary
The Scottish Parliament, Edinburgh, EH99 1SP
Constituency
Titan Enterprise Business Centre, 1 Aurora Avenue, Queens Quay, G81 1BF
Source: this MSP's official Scottish Parliament profile. Last updated 26 Jul 2026.