Here we are with our local MSP John Scott.

John Scott was first elected to the Scottish Parliament in March 2000, after winning the Ayr by-election and was re-elected in May 2003 and May 2007.  He currently holds the position of Party Spokesperson for Rural Affairs and the Environment and is also a member of several Cross Party Groups in the Scottish Parliament.  Cross Party Groups are in place to raise awareness and open debate on many issues including Climate Change, Drug and Alcohol Abuse, International Development to name a few.  John’s political activities focus on issues surrounding Co-operatives, Animal Welfare, Epilepsy, Food, Russia, Carers and the Scottish Economy.  He is also the founder of the Ayrshire Farmer’s Market.

John has been a farmer for over 30 years.  Prior to his election to the Scottish Parliament, he was also a partner in his wife’s catering business.  An occasional golfer and curler John is also an enthusiastic rugby fan; he enjoys travelkling with an interest in geology.

John’s presentation will touch on the history of the Scottish Parliament, committee structures and how legislation is brought forward by the committees.  However, members have also put forward a few questions relating to the business environment in Ayrshire.

There will also be an opportunity to put forward any questions you may have at the end of the presentation.