Russell Findlay
Profile
Russell Findlay is a Scottish politician and former journalist who has served as a Member of the Scottish Parliament for the West Scotland region since 2021. In September 2024, he was elected leader of the Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party. Before entering politics, Findlay had a notable career as a crime reporter for publications including the Scottish Sun and Sunday Mail. His political career has been marked by his opposition to Scottish independence and his focus on justice and government accountability.
Details
- Born
- 1973 · 53 years old
- Birth place
- Kilmarnock, Scotland
- Education
- Douglas Academy, Edinburgh Napier University
- Career
- Journalist, crime reporter, investigations editor


