Meeting of the Parliament 09 June 2026 [Last updated 15:32]
Willie Rennie’s election as convener will be subject to election by secret ballot.
Fifteen out of 15 convenerships will be subject to secret ballots.
I have also received two valid nominations for convener of the Standards, Procedures and Public Appointments Committee. The nominations are Jenni Minto and Emma Roddick.
The election of candidates will be subject to election by secret ballot. Members may cast their votes in committee room 5, which is located outside the chamber on the first floor. Under rule 11.10B.3 of standing orders, I have designated Irene Fleming, head of scrutiny, to carry out the function of supervising the vote. I have also designated Tracey White, head of legislation and parliamentary operations, as a substitute should Irene become unavailable.
When there are two candidates, members should vote for either candidate or abstain. When there is a single candidate, members should vote “yes” or “no” or abstain. Polling stations are open from 2.30 pm until 7 pm this evening.
The count will take place tomorrow at 9.30 am in committee room 5. Candidates and their scrutineers may monitor the count if they wish. I will announce the results at the start of business tomorrow.