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Stephen Flynn
United KingdomDevolved & local legislaturesScottish National PartyScotland · Aberdeen Deeside and North KincardineMember of the Scottish Parliament

Stephen Flynn

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Stephen Flynn is a Scottish politician serving as the Cabinet Secretary for Economy, Tourism and Transport since 2026. He has been a Member of the Scottish Parliament for Aberdeen Deeside and North Kincardine since 2026, following a tenure as the Member of Parliament for Aberdeen South from 2019 to 2026. During his time in the House of Commons, he served as the leader of the Scottish National Party (SNP) Westminster group from 2022 to 2026. Educated at the University of Dundee, Flynn previously served as a councillor on Aberdeen City Council. He is a member of the Privy Council and has been a prominent figure in Scottish politics, focusing on issues such as the cost of living crisis and constitutional affairs.

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Born
1988-10-13 · 37 years old
Birth place
Dundee, Scotland
Education
University of Dundee (MA Hons in History and Politics, MLitt in International Politics and Security Studies)
Career
Assistant to Callum McCaig, staff in the office of Maureen Watt, Aberdeen City Councillor

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