Dr Scott Arthur

MP since 4 Jul 2024

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Dr Scott Arthur is the Labour MP for Edinburgh South West, and has been an MP continually since 4 July 2024.

485

Votes Cast

N/A

Expenses

6,217

Majority

40.9%

Vote Share

Expenses

No expense data available.

Election Result(2024 General Election)

Turnout: 45,664 voters

Labour
18,663 votes40.9%
Scottish National Party
12,446 votes27.3%
Conservative
5,558 votes12.2%
Scottish Green Party
3,450 votes7.6%
Liberal Democrat
3,014 votes6.6%
Reform UK
2,087 votes4.6%
Scottish Family Party
265 votes0.6%
Independent
181 votes0.4%

Parliamentary Activity

Counts in the current Parliament
(since 4 July 2024)

577

Written Questions

10

Oral Questions

240

Debates Spoken In

422

Speeches

485

Divisions Voted

Debates and speeches are sourced from Hansard contributions. The Hansard backfill is still in progress — counts will grow over the next few days as historic days are ingested.

Voting Record

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1 AYE3 NO

King's Speech Motion for an Address

4 votes · 20 May 2026

8 AYE

English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill

8 votes · 21 Apr 2026

4 AYE

Crime and Policing Bill

4 votes · 20 Apr 2026

2 AYE

Pension Schemes Bill

2 votes · 15 Apr 2026

Financial Interests(4)

Visits outside the UK

(1) YES Foundation (2) Zhytomyr Administration (3) Kyivstar (4) UK Friends of Ukraine (5) Bulldog Political Consulting

£92
Name of donor
(1) YES Foundation (2) Zhytomyr Administration (3) Kyivstar (4) UK Friends of Ukraine (5) Bulldog Political Consulting
Address of donor
(1) Raffingers Llp Unit, 19-20 Bourne Court, Southend Road, Woodford Green, Essex IG8 8HD (2) 25 Mala Berdichivska str., Zhytomyr, Ukraine, 10014 (3) 53 Degtyarivska St, Kiev, Kyiv City, 03113, Ukraine (4) 81 High Street, Cosham, Portsmouth PO6 3BL (5) 81 High Street, Cosham, Portsmouth PO6 3BL
Estimate of the probable value (or amount of any donation)
(1) Attendance at the YES Conference in Kyiv, value £92.11 (2) Transport and buffet lunch, value £25 (3) Dinner and briefing in Kyiv with delegation, value £50 (4) Bus transport in Kyiv and Lviv, value £25.86 (5) Dinner in Lviv, value £86.20
Destination of visit
Ukraine
Dates of visit
21 February 2025 to 25 February 2025
Purpose of visit
To promote and strengthen relations between the UK and Ukrainian parliaments

Registered 23 April 2025

Miscellaneous

Miscellaneous

Kirk Session Member (trustee) of Fairmilehead Parish Church (Church of Scotland), Frogston Road, Edinburgh. This is an unpaid role. (Registered 2 August 2024)

Registered 2 August 2024

Miscellaneous

my position as Chair of Urban Water Management at Heriot-Watt University

Name of donor
Heriot-Watt University
Date interest arose
1 August 2024
Date interest ended
5 July 2029

Registered 2 August 2024

Miscellaneous

Miscellaneous

Date interest arose
4 July 2024

Registered 23 April 2025

Activity Pulse

Questions asked and motions sponsored by Dr in Parliament

Time To Talk Partnership wins Scottish Charity Award 2026

1 signature

That this House congratulates the Time to Talk Partnership, comprising The Junction, Granton Youth, Wester Hailes Youth Agency, Canongate Youth and 6VT, on winning the Partnership of the Year Award at the Scottish Charity Awards 2026; commends the partnership for its innovative w

16 Jun 2026

Balerno High School reaccreditation as a Gold Rights Respecting School

1 signature

That this House congratulates Balerno High School on being successfully reaccredited as a Gold Rights Respecting School by UNICEF UK; recognises this achievement as a testament to the school's sustained commitment to embedding children's rights throughout its ethos, policies and

15 Jun 2026

250th Oriam Parkrun

1 signature

That this House warmly congratulates the organisers, volunteers, and participants of the Oriam Parkrun on reaching its 250th event on the same weekend that the 1 millionth parkrun was held; recognises that this significant milestone reflects a strong collaborative partnership bet

15 Jun 2026

One millionth parkrun

1 signature

That this House congratulates parkrun on the occasion of the one millionth parkrun event taking place globally; recognises the extraordinary impact that parkrun has had since its founding in 2004, growing from a small community run in Bushy Park to a worldwide movement spanning m

15 Jun 2026

Bonaly Primary School 50th anniversary and primary six mock elections

1 signature

That this House celebrates the 50th anniversary of Bonaly Primary School, marked on 19 June 2026; acknowledges the school's longstanding contribution to the local community and the important part it has played in making Bonaly a wonderful place to raise a family; congratulates th

10 Jun 2026

Boroughmuir High School fundraising efforts for PAPYRUS

1 signature

That this House commends the staff, pupils and wider community of Boroughmuir High School for their outstanding fundraising efforts in support of PAPYRUS Prevention of Young Suicide through participation in the Edinburgh Marathon Festival; notes that the fundraising campaign was

2 Jun 2026

Adaptix Ortho350 CE certification

1 signature

That this House celebrates Adaptix securing CE certification for its Adaptix Ortho350 product; acknowledges the company's commitment to innovation in the medical imaging field; recognises the impact their product could have on increasing efficiency of extremity medical imaging; n

20 May 2026

Firrhill High School Pupils Win YPI Award for Dads Rock

1 signature

That this House congratulates the group of S3 pupils from Firrhill High School on winning their school’s Youth and Philanthropy Initiative (YPI) final; notes that their success has raised £3,000 for the Scottish charity Dads Rock, which provides vital, accessible support to fathe

20 May 2026

Heart of Midlothian Football Club's 2025-2026 Scottish Premiership season

1 signature

That this House congratulates Heart of Midlothian Football Club on its exceptional performance throughout the 2025-26 Scottish Premiership season; applauds the tactical leadership of manager Derek McInnes and the dedication of the entire playing squad in securing a fantastic seco

19 May 2026

AC Oxgangs FC 25th anniversary

1 signature

That this House celebrates the 25th anniversary of AC Oxgangs Football Club; recognises the club's success in providing a fun and safe environment for children to make friends and be part of a team; applauds the club's coaches and team helpers for their hard work and dedication;

18 May 2026

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