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@ScotParl
The Scottish Parliament examines what the Scottish Government is doing, makes new laws on devolved matters and debates the issues of the day.
Holyrood, Edinburgh
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    Scottish Parliament
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    Gender biases and disinformation have become more pervasive on social media, leading to real consequences for our society and threatening female representation in politics. But what are we doing to protect women candidates? Be part of the conversation and join panellists from
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    Jul 11
    What do politics mean to young people today, where are they accessing information, and how does a distrust of information shape their understanding of key issues, influence their choices, and affect their participation in democracy? Join our panel discussion at The Festival of
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    Jul 10
    AI has ushered in some of the biggest and fastest technological changes in history. Millions of people now talk to ChatGPT daily. How is it changing the way we live, work and make decisions? Join experts from @UofGlasgow and others at our Festival of Politics event for a
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    Jul 9
    What’s the plan to futureproof Scottish college and university education? Both say they face underfunding while dealing with rising costs and unprecedented levels of change. Join our panel discussion at the Festival of Politics, along with @stell_garrett and leaders from
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    Jul 8
    Human trafficking generates billions each year, exploiting both adults and children around the world. Trafficking spans nations, industries, and online spaces – but what is Scotland doing to address it? Hear from panellists from TARA (Trafficking Awareness Raising Alliance),
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    Jul 7
    Where does Scotland stand a decade after the vote to leave the European Union? At our Festival of Politics event ‘Brexit – ten years on’ panellists from The University of Edinburgh, @RoyalSocEd, @QUBelfast, and @KingsCollegeLon will discuss the risks and opportunities for the
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    Jul 6
    📚 Are we less literate now? Half of UK adults apparently gave up reading for pleasure after 2015, with children and young people following. What are the implications for society, and how vulnerable are we to misinformation? Join experts from the University of Edinburgh,
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    Jul 6
    Walk-ins are welcome! 👣 We may be in recess, but that doesn't mean we're closed. In fact, it means that our highly-rated guided tours are now running six days a week. Not only that, but we've got kid-friendly arts and crafts activities on offer, short talks on the history and
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    Jul 2
    Join us at Holyrood on 27-28 August for lively debates on the issues shaping Scotland and beyond. 🎟️Tickets on sale now! ow.ly/wX8450Zje0T
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    Jul 1
    🎻 A quick recap of performances that took place during our Opening Ceremony last weekend - we've also put together a handy highlights package on YouTube: ow.ly/K22G50ZiKQq
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    Scottish Parliament
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    Jun 29
    The Scottish Parliament is now in summer recess. During recess, there are normally no meetings in the Chamber and no committee meetings. MSPs are usually in their local areas where they carry on work with constituents. They can also submit motions and written parliamentary
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    Jun 28
    Revisit every question and every answer from this week's party leaders First Minister's Questions with our podcast. Search for "Scottish Parliament" in your podcast app of choice or listen here🎧 ow.ly/EzIM50Zh3hb
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    Jun 27
    Today we welcomed Their Majesties the King and Queen to the Scottish Parliament as we marked the official opening of the Seventh Session. The Presiding Officer greeted His Majesty the King, who addressed the Parliament as part of an event that included several performances
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    His Majesty the King meets Party Leaders in the Garden Lobby. The King shakes the hand of First Minister John Swinney while other Party Leaders look on.
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    Scottish Parliament
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    Jun 27
    Opening Ceremony 2026: watch as we mark the official opening of the Seventh Session of the Scottish Parliament. facebook.com/share/v/1J47ZA…
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