Leader of the Scottish Conservative Party
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The leader of the Scottish Conservative Party (officially the leader of the Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party) is the highest position within the Scottish Conservative Party. The current holder of the position is Douglas Ross, who was elected to the position on 5 August 2020, replacing Jackson Carlaw.[1]
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Leader of the Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party | |
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Type | Party leader |
Precursor | Leader of the Conservative Party in the Scottish Parliament |
Inaugural holder | Ruth Davidson (as Leader) |
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When the Scottish Conservative Party is in Scottish Government, the leader would usually become the First Minister of Scotland as well as appointing the Scottish cabinet.