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Richard Lochhead
Profile
Richard Lochhead is a Scottish politician who has served as a Member of the Scottish Parliament (MSP) since 1999. Representing the Moray constituency, he has held various ministerial roles within the Scottish Government, including Cabinet Secretary for Rural Affairs, Food and Environment, and Minister for Business. A long-standing member of the Scottish National Party, Lochhead has been a prominent figure in Scottish politics for over two decades. He has announced his intention to step down from the Scottish Parliament at the 2026 election.
Details
- Born
- 1969-05-24 · 57 years old
- Birth place
- Paisley, Scotland
- Education
- Williamwood High School, Central College of Commerce, University of Stirling
- Career
- Office Manager for Alex Salmond, environmental development officer for Dundee City Council
