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A Bill is a proposed Act of the Scottish Parliament. A Bill that is introduced in the Scottish Parliament is scrutinised and debated by MSPs.
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MSPs take part in examining and passing proposed laws (Bills). They represent you in the Scottish Parliament and your local area. And they examine the work of the Scottish Government.
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Information about committees and records of all debates, questions and answers.
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You can get involved with the Scottish Parliament by joining a Cross-party group, submitting a petition, lobbying or exploring our education resources.
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Find out about tours and events at the Scottish Parliament.
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The Scottish Parliament examines what the Scottish Government is doing, makes new laws on devolved matters and debates the issues of the day.
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This section will help you understand who we are, what we do and how laws are made
Information on the different rules and guidance the Parliament must follow, including the Standing Orders and Code of Conduct for MSPs.
Parliamentary business takes place throughout the year, with periods of recess (breaks). During recess, there are normally no meetings of the Parliament and no committee meetings.
A list of policies for MSPs and Parliament staff.
Find out about the groups and people in the Scottish Parliament and what they do.
The Scottish Parliament can pass laws on matters devolved to Scotland.
The Scottish Parliament and the Scottish Government are separate organisations with different remits and based in separate buildings. Learn about the key differences.
Our Strategic Plan for Session 6 sets out the strategic priorities for the organisation over the next 5 years, and how our staff will support the Parliament in the successful delivery of its purpose, vision and mission.
We are committed to running a building that is accessible, environmentally friendly and welcoming to all.
The Scottish Parliament carried out a ‘gender-sensitive audit’ of its rules, practices and culture. Find out about its progress in scrutinising the recommendations and assessing whether and how they can be implemented.
Find out how to supply goods and services to the Parliament.
Find out more about the Members of the Scottish Parliament
Find out how the Scottish Budget is passed
Find out more about what committees do at the Scottish Parliament