Russell Findlay Elected Leader of Scottish Conservatives

Findlay promises to reform the party and regain public trust after a divisive leadership contest.

Russell Findlay, a former crime journalist and MSP since 2021, defeated Murdo Fraser and Meghan Gallacher to become the new leader.
Findlay secured 2,565 votes from the party’s 6,941 members, with a 60% turnout.
He aims to address voter disillusionment with the Scottish Parliament and focus on mainstream values like hard work and taxpayer value.
The leadership contest was marked by internal disputes, including allegations of dirty tricks and infighting.
Findlay will unveil his frontbench team next week and is set to speak at the UK Conservative Party conference in Birmingham.