Leader of the Scottish Conservative Party

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.

Leader of the Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party
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Incumbent
Douglas Ross
since 5 August 2020
TypeParty leader
PrecursorLeader of the Conservative Party in the Scottish Parliament
Inaugural holderRuth Davidson (as Leader)

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.

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