Jamie Gillan Greene Liberal Democrats
MSP for West Scotland since 2016. Defected from Conservatives to Lib Dems in April 2025. Former Viacom International executive. Co-Convenor of the LGBTI+ Cross-Party Group.
Policy Positions
Scotland's Future
Oppose independence. Support a federal UK with stronger Scottish devolution. Want a reformed union rather than separation.
NHS & Health
Mental health specialists in every GP surgery. £500m care rescue package. Rolling 10-year NHS workforce plan to end staffing crisis.
Housing
Build affordable housing while protecting greenbelt. Balance development needs with environmental quality of communities.
Climate & Transport
Net zero by 2045. New national parks to protect nature. Sewage transparency reform. Decarbonise rail and expand public transport.
Tax & Public Spending
Maintain current Scottish income tax rates. Increase personal allowances so low earners pay less.
Economy & Jobs
Support small and medium-sized businesses. Track record of negotiating budget concessions (e.g., £178m business rates relief). Pragmatic centrist economics.
Education & Childcare
Mental health counsellor in every school. Expand play-based learning in early years. Education recovery plan post-pandemic.
Social Issues
Liberal approach to individual rights. Moderate progressive position. Support for LGBT+ protections within a rights-based framework.
Track Record
› MSP for West Scotland since 2016; defected from Conservatives in April 2025
› Co-Convenor of Scottish Parliament's LGBTI+ Cross-Party Group
› Former senior executive at Viacom International (media/tech)