Angus Robertson Scottish National Party (SNP)
MSP for Edinburgh Central since 2021. Cabinet Secretary for Culture and External Affairs. Former SNP Westminster leader (2001-2017). Led party through 2014 independence referendum.
Policy Positions
Scotland's Future
Core commitment. Independence referendum if SNP majority. 'Second vote delivers independence.'
NHS & Health
Continue current investment. Deliver National Care Service (delayed since 2021). Mental health focus.
Housing
Continue rent control framework. Social housing investment. Maintain current approach.
Climate & Transport
Net zero by 2045. Just transition fund. Active travel investment. (2030 interim targets were abandoned in 2024.)
Tax & Public Spending
Maintain progressive Scottish income tax. Currently generates ~£1bn more than rest-of-UK equivalent.
Economy & Jobs
Just transition from oil/gas. Protect free tuition. Creative industries investment (Robertson's portfolio).
Education & Childcare
Protect free tuition. Maintain current education approach. National standards.
Social Issues
Supported Gender Recognition Reform Bill (blocked by UK Gov). Progressive social policy.
Track Record
› Won seat from Ruth Davidson (Con) in 2021
› Cabinet Secretary — Culture & External Affairs
› Former SNP Westminster leader
› No candidate has ever won >40% in this constituency