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At a glance Patrick Harvie is a Scottish Green Party regional Member of the Scottish Parliament for Glasgow (region).
Attendance is votes cast as a share of the 2,903 Holyrood divisions on record; Patrick Harvie did not vote in 67. 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
Voting record
The most recent divisions Patrick Harvie 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 | Against |
| 25 Jun 2026 | Achieving a Sustainable Prison Population | For |
| 25 Jun 2026 | Achieving a Sustainable Prison Population | For |
| 25 Jun 2026 | Achieving a Sustainable Prison Population | Against |
| 24 Jun 2026 | National Security (State Threats) Bill – UK Legislation | Abstain |
| 24 Jun 2026 | Scotland Needs Reform: Five Years to 2031 | For |
| 24 Jun 2026 | Scotland Needs Reform: Five Years to 2031 | For |
| 23 Jun 2026 | Steel Industry (Nationalisation) Bill - UK Legislation | Abstain |
| 23 Jun 2026 | Meeting the Challenge of Climate Change | For |
| 23 Jun 2026 | Meeting the Challenge of Climate Change | 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 | Against |
| 17 Jun 2026 | Appointment of Law Officers | For |
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 20 May 2026)
Gifts1
- No registrable interests. (lodged 20 May 2026)
Heritable property1
- No registrable interests. (lodged 20 May 2026)
Interest in shares1
- No registrable interests. (lodged 20 May 2026)
Overseas visits1
- I took part in an overseas visit from 19 July to 6 August 2010 to Washington DC and other locations in the US. I participated in the International Visitors' Leadership Program in the United States, a three week study programme principally examining US policy on climate change. The costs of meals, travel and accommodation within the US, and occasional expenses, were met by the US Department of State Cultural Affairs Division (a government department of 2201 C Street NW, Washington, DC 20520) to a total of $8,100 which, on 19 July 2010, was equivalent to £5,316. The costs of travel to and from the US were met by me. (lodged 20 May 2026)
Remuneration and related undertaking1
- No registrable interests. (lodged 20 May 2026)
Voluntary19
- I am a member and supporter of Greenpeace. (lodged 20 May 2026)
- I am a member and supporter of the Equality Network. (lodged 20 May 2026)
- I am a member and supporter of Amnesty International. (lodged 20 May 2026)
- I am a supporter of Stonewall Scotland. (lodged 20 May 2026)
- I am a member and supporter of the Campaign Against the Arms Trade. (lodged 20 May 2026)
- I am a member and supporter of the Campaign for Real Ale. (lodged 20 May 2026)
- I am a member and supporter of the Humanist Society of Scotland. (lodged 20 May 2026)
- I am a member and supporter of the Open Rights Group. (lodged 20 May 2026)
- I am a donor to the Refugee Survival Trust. (lodged 20 May 2026)
- I am a donor to Friends at the End. (lodged 20 May 2026)
- I was a member of the European Parliamentary Forum on Population and Development (generally referred to as EPF), a networking organisation of parliamentarians from across Europe, including but not limited to EU member states. (lodged 20 May 2026)
- During Sessions 2 and 3 of the Scottish Parliament I participated at a number of conferences and study visits organised by the EPF, generally funded through the UNFPA or national family planning and sexual health agencies. (lodged 20 May 2026)
- On Friday 2 May 2014 I was given a bottle of Referendum Blend whisky by the Good Spirits Company, of Bath Street, Glasgow. The retail value of this gift was £69. This gift was given after I had participated in a launch event for the whisky. (lodged 20 May 2026)
- I am an associate member of the National Union of Journalists. (lodged 20 May 2026)
- I received a donation of £500 towards my election expenses for the 2011 Scottish Parliamentary election from the Fire Brigades Union Scotland. (lodged 20 May 2026)
- I received a donation of £500 toward election expenses for the 2021 Scottish Parliament election, from the National Union of Rail, Maritime and Transport Workers. (lodged 20 May 2026)
- I am a member and supporter of the Poverty Alliance. (lodged 20 May 2026)
- I am a Vice-President of the European Movement in Scotland. This position is unpaid, and I receive no other benefits from it. (lodged 20 May 2026)
- I am a member and supporter of Friends of the Earth Scotland. (lodged 20 May 2026)
Questions
Patrick Harvie has tabled 1,454 questions in the Scottish Parliament.
To ask the Scottish Government what criminal offences are available to address the dissemination of disinformation by i…
To ask the Scottish Government what criminal offences are available to address the dissemination of disinformation by individuals or communication platforms where there is intent to stir up conflict, hostility or disorder within communities, or where a person is reckless as to the likelihood of doing so, and whether it is considering the introduction of any new legislation to address such conduct.
Awaiting an answer.
To ask the Scottish Government whether it has made a decision on the long-term future of the policy of fare-free b…
To ask the Scottish Government whether it has made a decision on the long-term future of the policy of fare-free bus travel for asylum seekers, following the pilot project, and, if not, by what date it will do so.
Answer · Stephen Flynn · 13 Jul 2026
The evaluation of the recent pilot is being finalised. This will help determine if the pilot supported people seeking asylum to integrate into society in line with the New Scots refugee integration strategy, and understand how free bus travel has impacted the daily lives of people seeking asylum in Scotland. I will consider these findings in determining next steps.
To ask the Scottish Government, in light of comments made by the First Minister in the Parliament on 2 June that the Sc…
To ask the Scottish Government, in light of comments made by the First Minister in the Parliament on 2 June that the Scottish Government prioritises active and safe travel routes and the encouragement of cycling, walking and wheeling, for what reason Transport Scotland reportedly reduced the revenue funding for Regional Transport Partnerships' People and Place programmes by 60%, during the election purdah period.
Awaiting an answer.
To ask the Scottish Government how it plans to address harm caused by disinformation and conspiracy theories, including…
To ask the Scottish Government how it plans to address harm caused by disinformation and conspiracy theories, including climate denial propaganda.
Awaiting an answer.
To ask the Scottish Government, in light of the UK Government assessment, Global biodiversity loss, ecosystem collapse …
To ask the Scottish Government, in light of the UK Government assessment, Global biodiversity loss, ecosystem collapse and national security, published in January 2026, what assessment it has made of Scotland’s food security and resilience.
Awaiting an answer.
To ask the Scottish Government when guidance for local authorities will be issued regarding the assessment of rent cond…
To ask the Scottish Government when guidance for local authorities will be issued regarding the assessment of rent conditions required by the Housing (Scotland) Act 2025.
Answer · Mairi McAllan · 23 Mar 2026
Provisions within the Housing (Scotland) Act, section 7, require Ministerial guidance on reports following assessments of rent conditions to be issued within 9 months of the coming into force date of 1 April 2026. This will also include Ministerial guidance on assessments of rent conditions.
To ask the Scottish Government whether it will consider ending its contract with TotalEnergies Gas and Power Ltd, in li…
To ask the Scottish Government whether it will consider ending its contract with TotalEnergies Gas and Power Ltd, in light of reports that the company holds a 20% share in the Yamal liquefied natural gas facility in northern Russia.
Answer · Ivan McKee · 17 Mar 2026
Total Energies Gas and Power Limited has confirmed that it does not have direct links to Russia. Their parent company TotalEnergies (TE) had project investments within Russia and has confirmed that it would not be investing new capital in Russia and remained aligned with current EU policies towards Moscow.TotalEnergies has previously condemned Russia's military aggression against Ukraine. On March 22, 2022, TotalEnergies established principles of action to manage its activities related to Russia. TotalEnergies has informed the Scottish Government that it operates legally within the framework of the energy policy and sanctions policy defined by the authorities of the European Union and its member states. TotalEnergies has said that it operates in accordance with EU decisions in relation to the security of supply, and it does not supply Russian LNG to the UK.In 2024, Scottish Government awarded the National Framework for Supply of Natural Gas to Total Energies Gas and Power Limited, a subsidiary of TotalEnergies. The framework was put in place following a full tender exercise following procurement rules.
To ask the Scottish Government how it will ensure that the expertise and experience of former Centre for Contemporary A…
To ask the Scottish Government how it will ensure that the expertise and experience of former Centre for Contemporary Arts (CCA) staff are not lost to Scotland’s cultural sector as a result of the centre's closure.
Answer · Angus Robertson · 24 Mar 2026
The Scottish Government continues to engage with Creative Scotland, as owner of the CCA building, on next steps and shares its aim of securing a new operator so the centre can reopen as soon as possible.Creative Scotland is in contact with partners in Glasgow as part of its wider work on next steps for the building and the organisation’s future.
Motions lodged
| 16 Jun 2026 | Affordable Bus Fares | 0 sig. |
| 8 Jun 2026 | Growing Scotland’s Economy | 0 sig. |
| 3 Jun 2026 | Wealth Taxation for Public Services | 3 sig. |
| 20 Mar 2026 | Highlighting the Crisis Response of Glasgow's Transport Providers | 5 sig. |
| 20 Mar 2026 | Congratulating Malawi Leaders of Learning's Upcoming Trip | 12 sig. |
| 4 Mar 2026 | Draft Climate Change Plan | 1 sig. |
Speeches
Recent things Patrick Harvie has said in the chamber and in committee, from the Official Report.
24 Jun 2026 Reform UK Priorities (draft)
I recognise that regulation of areas such as social media is outwith the control of the Scottish Government. However, does the cabinet secretary accept that there is a need for the Government to adopt, across a range of portfolios, a co-or…
24 Jun 2026 Reform UK Priorities (draft)
I recognise that regulation of areas such as social media is outwith the control of the Scottish Government. However, does the cabinet secretary accept that there is a need for the Government to adopt, across a range of portfolios, a co-or…
24 Jun 2026 Reform UK Priorities (draft)
No, I will not give way.I do not think that Reform itself is the true threat that our politics faces. Despite its economic irresponsibility, anti-environment ideology and instinctive desire to punch down on minorities, I do not think—to be…
24 Jun 2026 Reform UK Priorities (draft)
No, I will not give way.I do not think that Reform itself is the true threat that our politics faces. Despite its economic irresponsibility, anti-environment ideology and instinctive desire to punch down on minorities, I do not think—to be…
24 Jun 2026 Reform UK Priorities (draft)
I very strongly agree. I was not going to try to list every place where there have been riots, but I recognise the importance of the experience of Lloyd Melville’s community. I have urged the Government to develop a disinformation strategy…
24 Jun 2026 Reform UK Priorities (draft)
I very strongly agree. I was not going to try to list every place where there have been riots, but I recognise the importance of the experience of Lloyd Melville’s community. I have urged the Government to develop a disinformation strategy…
24 Jun 2026 Reform UK Priorities (draft)
No, I will not be taking interventions.Those are the voices that we should be listening to, not Nigel Farage’s hand-picked politicians.The anti-environment parts of today’s sprawling motion are followed by a brief but deeply ironic call fo…
24 Jun 2026 Reform UK Priorities (draft)
No, I will not be taking interventions.Those are the voices that we should be listening to, not Nigel Farage’s hand-picked politicians.The anti-environment parts of today’s sprawling motion are followed by a brief but deeply ironic call fo…
24 Jun 2026 Reform UK Priorities (draft)
To be honest, I was tempted to ignore this debate altogether. I can think of a dozen better things I could do with a few hours than debate one of the most incoherent motions that I have seen in 23 years in this Parliament. Goodness knows w…
24 Jun 2026 Reform UK Priorities (draft)
To be honest, I was tempted to ignore this debate altogether. I can think of a dozen better things I could do with a few hours than debate one of the most incoherent motions that I have seen in 23 years in this Parliament. Goodness knows w…
23 Jun 2026 Steel Industry (Nationalisation) Bill (draft)
In raising concerns about this LCM, I want to make it clear from the outset that I do not have any disagreement with the intention behind the bill or, indeed, any desire to question the importance of the steel industry. The steel industry …
23 Jun 2026 Steel Industry (Nationalisation) Bill (draft)
If there is constructive engagement, we should all welcome that. However, the minister described the commitment that has been given as a political commitment from a Government that is about to change leadership and, presumably, its whole c…
23 Jun 2026 Steel Industry (Nationalisation) Bill (draft)
Will the member give way?
23 Jun 2026 General Question Time (draft)
Does the minister find it surprising—as I do—that, while the options remain on the table, some people seem determined to argue for the most expensive and time-consuming options rather than the quickest and cheapest option, which is removal…
18 Jun 2026 European Union Referendum (10th Anniversary) (draft)
The proposed UK-EU partnership bill that was announced in the King’s speech will undoubtedly do a lot less good than rejoining the EU would but, if it has any potential to begin undoing some of the damage of Brexit, we should strive to wor…
17 Jun 2026 Bus Fares (draft)
Made a request to intervene.
17 Jun 2026 Bus Fares (draft)
Made a request to intervene.
17 Jun 2026 Bus Fares (draft)
Mr Sweeney knows that I agree very strongly with him on that point. The opposition to free travel for asylum seekers is not really about bus services; it is about a desire to punch down against a marginalised and vulnerable minority for po…
17 Jun 2026 Bus Fares (draft)
Mr Sweeney knows that I agree very strongly with him on that point. The opposition to free travel for asylum seekers is not really about bus services; it is about a desire to punch down against a marginalised and vulnerable minority for po…
17 Jun 2026 Bus Fares (draft)
I welcome the fact that this debate has been secured and I am glad that the Government is so proud of many policies that the Greens persuaded it to adopt. We have all enjoyed a bit of knockabout with us all claiming credit, but I genuinely…
Seat & career
- Glasgow (region) Regional MSP 7 May 2026 – present
- Glasgow (region) Regional MSP · Dissolution 6 May 2021 – 8 Apr 2026
- Glasgow (region) Regional MSP · Dissolution 5 May 2016 – 4 May 2021
- Glasgow (region) Regional MSP · Dissolution 5 May 2011 – 23 Mar 2016
- Glasgow (region) Regional MSP · Dissolution 3 May 2007 – 22 Mar 2011
- Glasgow (region) Regional MSP · Dissolution 1 May 2003 – 2 Apr 2007
Allowances
2025 (latest published)
Source: Scottish Parliament (published ~1 year in arrears)
Contact & offices
Parliamentary
The Scottish Parliament, Edinburgh, EH99 1SP
Constituency
Glasgow Collective, 15 East Campbell Street, Glasgow, G1 5DT
Source: this MSP's official Scottish Parliament profile. Last updated 26 Jul 2026.