MSP for Glasgow (Region)
The Scottish Parliament
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Scottish Labour
MSP for Glasgow (Region)
05 May 2016 to present
Scottish Labour
Former MSP for Glasgow Kelvin (Constituency)
06 May 1999 to 22 Mar 2011
Scottish Labour
Previous roles in cross-party groups are not included in this list.
31 May 2021 to 08 April 2026
Scottish Labour
17 June 2021 to 08 April 2026
Member
14 June 2017 to 29 March 2022
Trustee
01 March 2021 to 04 May 2021
Scottish Labour
01 March 2021 to 04 May 2021
Scottish Labour
01 March 2021 to 04 May 2021
Scottish Labour
16 June 2016 to 04 May 2021
Deputy Convener
25 February 2020 to 04 May 2021
Substitute Member
04 October 2018 to 01 March 2021
Scottish Labour
04 October 2018 to 01 March 2021
Scottish Labour
04 October 2018 to 01 March 2021
Scottish Labour
02 September 2019 to 01 March 2021
Scottish Labour
28 June 2016 to 25 September 2019
Substitute Member
06 September 2018 to 10 September 2019
Substitute Member
09 January 2018 to 06 September 2018
Substitute Member
08 September 2016 to 09 January 2018
Substitute Member
25 May 2016 to 19 December 2017
Scottish Labour
08 June 2016 to 16 June 2016
Member
27 October 2009 to 22 March 2011
Scottish Labour
16 September 2008 to 22 March 2011
Scottish Labour
16 September 2008 to 27 October 2009
Scottish Labour
17 September 2007 to 16 September 2008
Scottish Labour
13 June 2007 to 20 September 2007
Member
18 May 2007 to 17 September 2007
Scottish Labour
10 June 2003 to 02 April 2007
Member
10 June 2003 to 02 April 2007
Convener
04 June 2003 to 10 June 2003
Member
24 January 2001 to 31 March 2003
Convener
06 January 2003 to 31 March 2003
Member
24 January 2001 to 05 January 2003
Member
08 January 2001 to 24 January 2001
Member
18 January 2000 to 07 January 2001
Deputy Convener
17 June 1999 to 07 January 2001
Member
17 June 1999 to 18 January 2000
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: 10 June 2026
Pauline McNeill (Glasgow) (Lab): "Robin McAlpine, the well-known Scottish writer, campaigner and supporter of independence, said, when addressing the SNP response to the Murrell criminal case, that“The biggest mistake you are making is misunderstanding the nature of this scandal for the public.”I believe that he is right. He said:“They are sick of powerful people abusing their…
Chamber meeting date: 2 June 2026
Pauline McNeill (Glasgow) (Lab): "The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service board is due to make a decision at the end of June which could have far-reaching implications for Scotland’s communities, as there are options for closure of some fire stations…
Chamber meeting date: 26 May 2026
Pauline McNeill (Glasgow) (Lab): "I agree with the First Minister that we should not second-guess the courts…
Chamber meeting date: 19 May 2026
Pauline McNeill (Glasgow) (Lab): "Attacks on our police officers, who are simply doing their job, are unacceptable. In order to identify those who were responsible for criminal behaviour last Saturday, the police need all the tools that are available…
Chamber meeting date: 14 May 2026
Pauline McNeill (Glasgow) (Lab): "I, Pauline Mary McNeill, 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."
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Motion reference: S6M-13902
Submitted by: Jackie Dunbar, Aberdeen Donside, Scottish National Party. Date lodged: Wednesday, July 17, 2024
Supported by: Karen Adam, Stephanie Callaghan, Maggie Chapman, Bob Doris, Annabelle Ewing, Christine Grahame, Clare Haughey, Bill Kidd, Gordon MacDonald, Fulton MacGregor, John Mason, Stuart McMillan, Marie McNair, Kevin Stewart
Current status:
Result 1 for, 2 against, 2 abstained, 0 did not vote
MSP abstained
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 for
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
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Motion reference: S6M-20229
Motion reference: S6M-19980
These are the questions that this MSP has asked in Parliament. It also includes any answer to those questions.
Asked by: Pauline McNeill, Glasgow, Scottish Labour
Date lodged: 29 July 2026
Current Status: Answered by Neil Gray on 14 August 2026
"To ask the Scottish Government, in light of the report published by the Victims Commissioner in England and Wales, Justice delayed: The impact of the Crown Court backlog on victims, victim services and the criminal justice system, whether it plans to commission research on the impact of the court backlog on victims in Scotland."
Asked by: Pauline McNeill, Glasgow, Scottish Labour
Date lodged: 12 August 2026
Current Status: Answer expected on 9 September 2026
"To ask the Scottish Government what assessment it has made of whether existing Scots law provides adequate protection against the covert recording of individuals using AI-enabled smart glasses or similar wearable technology, and whether, to address this issue, it will consider introducing a standalone right to privacy in Scotland."
Asked by: Pauline McNeill, Glasgow, Scottish Labour
Date lodged: 29 July 2026
Current Status: Answered by Neil Gray on 4 August 2026
"To ask the Scottish Government what the current average time is for domestic abuse cases to progress from indictment to trial in solemn proceedings in (a) the High Court and (b) the Sheriff Court."
Asked by: Pauline McNeill, Glasgow, Scottish Labour
Date lodged: 27 July 2026
Current Status: Answer expected on 24 August 2026
"To ask the Scottish Government whether it has agreed to the sale of the Centre for Contemporary Arts (CCA) building on Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow."
Asked by: Pauline McNeill, Glasgow, Scottish Labour
Date lodged: 27 July 2026
Current Status: Answer expected on 24 August 2026
"To ask the Scottish Government what its position is on whether the Centre for Contemporary Arts (CCA) building on Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow, should be retained as a cultural asset, and what steps it is taking to ensure this."
Asked by: Pauline McNeill, Glasgow, Scottish Labour
Date lodged: 27 July 2026
Current Status: Answer expected on 24 August 2026
"To ask the Scottish Government what discussions it has had with Creative Scotland regarding the sale of the Centre for Contemporary Arts (CCA) building on Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow."
Asked by: Pauline McNeill, Glasgow, Scottish Labour
Date lodged: 22 July 2026
Current Status: Answer expected on 19 August 2026
"To ask the Scottish Government how its licensing regulations for the sale of non-domestic knives are applied to online sales."
Asked by: Pauline McNeill, Glasgow, Scottish Labour
Date lodged: 22 July 2026
Current Status: Answer expected on 19 August 2026
"To ask the Scottish Government what engagement it has had with UK Government on its proposals to introduce a licensing scheme for the sale of knives, and what assessment it has made of any implications of this scheme for Scotland."
Asked by: Pauline McNeill, Glasgow, Scottish Labour
Date lodged: 22 July 2026
Current Status: Answer expected on 19 August 2026
"To ask the Scottish Government when it will introduce the necessary regulations to implement the age restrictions on the online sale of knives, as set out in the Crime and Policing Act 2026."
Asked by: Pauline McNeill, Glasgow, Scottish Labour
Date lodged: 23 June 2026
Current Status: Answered by Neil Gray on 17 July 2026
"To ask the Scottish Government, further to the answer to question S6W-42445 by Angela Constance on 9 December 2025, whether, in addition to the original 2005 investigation, the Terms of Reference for the Emma Caldwell Public Inquiry will allow for an examination of any investigations pursued by Police Scotland and the Crown Office and Procurator…
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