MSP for Motherwell and Wishaw (Constituency)
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Motherwell
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Phone: 01698 337540
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Scottish National Party
MSP for Motherwell and Wishaw (Constituency)
05 May 2016 to present
Scottish National Party
Former MSP for Central Scotland (Region)
05 May 2011 to 23 Mar 2016
Pàrlamaid na h-Alba
Previous roles in cross-party groups are not included in this list.
23 June 2021 to 08 April 2026
Convener
20 November 2024 to 08 April 2026
Substitute Member
23 June 2021 to 08 April 2026
Member
17 June 2021 to 23 June 2021
Member
19 September 2018 to 04 May 2021
Convener
19 September 2018 to 04 May 2021
Member
06 September 2018 to 19 September 2018
Member
23 November 2017 to 06 September 2018
Convener
07 September 2016 to 06 September 2018
Substitute Member
23 November 2017 to 06 September 2018
Member
16 November 2017 to 23 November 2017
Member
16 June 2016 to 16 November 2017
Convener
16 June 2016 to 16 November 2017
Member
08 June 2016 to 16 June 2016
Member
09 January 2015 to 23 March 2016
Scottish Government
02 December 2014 to 23 March 2016
Deputy Convener
05 November 2015 to 23 March 2016
Member
27 November 2014 to 05 November 2015
Member
27 November 2014 to 02 December 2014
Member
01 June 2011 to 27 November 2014
Member
23 February 2012 to 27 November 2014
Member
24 June 2011 to 21 November 2014
Scottish Government
01 June 2011 to 23 February 2012
Member
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These are the official transcripts of what was said by this MSP in the chamber and at committee meetings. You'll find the topic discussed and how many times this MSP has contributed to the discussion.
Chamber meeting date: 30 June 2026
Clare Adamson (Scottish Parliamentary Corporate Body): "NW TestingVideo provides a powerful way to help you prove your point. When you click Online Video, you can paste in the embed code for the video you want to add. You can also type a keyword to search online for the video that best fits your document…
Chamber meeting date: 26 June 2026
Clare Adamson (Scottish Parliamentary Corporate Body): "NW Testing"
Chamber meeting date: 26 June 2026
Clare Adamson (Scottish Parliamentary Corporate Body): "NW TestingVideo provides a powerful way to help you prove your point. When you click Online Video, you can paste in the embed code for the video you want to add. You can also type a keyword to search online for the video that best fits your document…
Chamber meeting date: 26 June 2026
Clare Adamson (Scottish Parliamentary Corporate Body): "NW TestingVideo provides a powerful way to help you prove your point. When you click Online Video, you can paste in the embed code for the video you want to add. You can also type a keyword to search online for the video that best fits your document…
Chamber meeting date: 10 June 2026
The Deputy Presiding Officer (Clare Adamson): "Before we begin the next item of business, I would like to say that the proceedings against Peter Murrell remain active until he has been sentenced…
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Motion reference: S6M-20844
Submitted by: Shona Robison, Dundee City East, Scottish National Party. Date lodged: Tuesday, February 17, 2026
Supported by: Ivan McKee
Current status: Taken in the Chamber on Thursday, February 19, 2026
Result 93 for, 29 against, 1 abstained, 6 did not vote
MSP voted for
Agreed
Motion reference: S6M-20826.1
Submitted by: Douglas Ross, Highlands and Islands, Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party. Date lodged: Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Supported by: Miles Briggs, Alexander Burnett, Jackson Carlaw, Finlay Carson, Sharon Dowey, Tim Eagle, Russell Findlay, Murdo Fraser, Meghan Gallacher, Maurice Golden, Dr Pam Gosal MBE, Dr Sandesh Gulhane, Jamie Halcro Johnston, Rachael Hamilton, Craig Hoy, Liam Kerr, Stephen Kerr, Douglas Lumsden, Roz McCall, Edward Mountain, Oliver Mundell, Liz Smith, Alexander Stewart, Sue Webber, Annie Wells, Tess White, Brian Whittle
Current status: Taken in the Chamber on Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Result 51 for, 71 against, 0 abstained, 7 did not vote
MSP voted against
Disagreed
Motion reference: S6M-20827
Submitted by: Graeme Dey, Angus South, Scottish National Party. Date lodged: Tuesday, February 17, 2026
Current status: Taken in the Chamber on Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Result 112 for, 7 against, 1 abstained, 9 did not vote
MSP voted for
Agreed
Motion reference: S6M-20820.2
Submitted by: Daniel Johnson, Edinburgh Southern, Scottish Labour. Date lodged: Tuesday, February 17, 2026
Supported by: Alex Rowley, Paul Sweeney
Current status: Taken in the Chamber on Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Result 93 for, 28 against, 1 abstained, 7 did not vote
MSP voted for
Agreed
Motion reference: S6M-20819.3
Submitted by: Angus Robertson, Edinburgh Central, Scottish National Party. Date lodged: Tuesday, February 17, 2026
Supported by: Graeme Dey
Current status: Taken in the Chamber on Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Result 89 for, 7 against, 27 abstained, 6 did not vote
MSP voted for
Agreed
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These are the questions that this MSP has asked in Parliament. It also includes any answer to those questions.
Asked by: Clare Adamson, Motherwell and Wishaw, Scottish National Party
Date lodged: 17 June 2026
Current Status: Taken in the Chamber on 24 June 2026
"To ask the Scottish Government what discussions it has had with specialist organisations regarding equipment and systems used to tackle wildfire and vegetation fires, in light of the increasing risk of such fires affecting rural communities, woodlands, parks and urban green and open spaces across Scotland."
Asked by: Clare Adamson, Motherwell and Wishaw, Scottish National Party
Date lodged: 18 March 2026
Current Status: Taken in the Chamber on 25 March 2026
"To ask the Scottish Government what action it is taking to reduce the time that households spend in temporary accommodation."
Asked by: Clare Adamson, Motherwell and Wishaw, Scottish National Party
Date lodged: 9 March 2026
Current Status: Answered by Angela Constance on 10 March 2026
"To ask the Scottish Government when it will publish the report on the Scottish Law Officers’ roles and functions."
Asked by: Clare Adamson, Motherwell and Wishaw, Scottish National Party
Date lodged: 25 February 2026
Current Status: Taken in the Chamber on 4 March 2026
"To ask the Scottish Government what action it will take in response to reports that local authorities are reducing or withdrawing social care packages at short notice, including how it will ensure there is clear communication, adequate notice and safeguarding in place for any vulnerable people affected."
Asked by: Clare Adamson, Motherwell and Wishaw, Scottish National Party
Date lodged: 18 February 2026
Current Status: Taken in the Chamber on 26 February 2026
"To ask the Scottish Government, regarding the impact of rising energy costs, whether it will provide an update on the support available through schemes for people who are not in receipt of qualifying benefits but are nevertheless struggling with energy bills."
Asked by: Clare Adamson, Motherwell and Wishaw, Scottish National Party
Date lodged: 11 February 2026
Current Status: Taken in the Chamber on 18 February 2026
"To ask the Scottish Government what co-located services are available to support the welfare of remand prisoners released directly from court."
Asked by: Clare Adamson, Motherwell and Wishaw, Scottish National Party
Date lodged: 28 January 2026
Current Status: Taken in the Chamber on 4 February 2026
"To ask the Scottish Government what engagement it has had with COSLA regarding payroll practices in local authorities that can result in two wage payments in a single universal credit assessment period, and can lead to reduced entitlement and rent arrears, including in relation to support available for those affected."
Asked by: Clare Adamson, Motherwell and Wishaw, Scottish National Party
Date lodged: 14 January 2026
Current Status: Taken in the Chamber on 22 January 2026
"To ask the Scottish Government what action it is taking to coordinate housing support services more effectively with health, social care and justice services, so that housing is fully integrated within wider public services, and no one is left behind when accessing support."
Asked by: Clare Adamson, Motherwell and Wishaw, Scottish National Party
Date lodged: 7 January 2026
Current Status: Taken in the Chamber on 14 January 2026
"To ask the Scottish Government what support it provides to local authorities, including North Lanarkshire Council, that face significant annual PFI and PPP payment obligations, which are estimated to amount to approximately £26…
Asked by: Clare Adamson, Motherwell and Wishaw, Scottish National Party
Date lodged: 10 December 2025
Current Status: Answered by John Swinney on 11 December 2025
"To ask the Scottish Government whether it will report on the outcome of the recent summit meeting of the British-Irish Council in Wales."
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