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Ruth Davidson is the leader of the Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party. She is a Member of the Scottish Parliament for Glasgow.

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“I see neither the sense nor the need to stick to an immigration figure devised…a decade ago, which has never been met” – Davidson

“In or out of the EU, our task remains the same: to be open, not closed, to the world around us. To always look outwards for opportunities, not inwards for cold comfort.”

MPs ETC | By Ruth Davidson MSP | 30 May 2018 at 11:30 am | 151 comments

Ruth Davidson: Whatever the outcome, we Conservatives must come together after this bruising referendum

I hope we will Remain. But either way, the national interest would be ill-served if we abrogate our responsibilities in order to continue private feuds.

Columnists, Highlights | By Ruth Davidson MSP | 21 June 2016 at 6:30 am | 118 comments

Ruth Davidson: The Scottish Government must think again on its flawed Named Persons scheme

When the SNP had a majority they could push through bad laws like this – but now, as a minority administration, they must learn to listen.

Columnists, Highlights | By Ruth Davidson MSP | 7 June 2016 at 6:20 am | 17 comments

Ruth Davidson: How we became Scotland’s official opposition – and what we are going to do next

Our strategy was crucial to success. But last Thursday was just the beginning.

Columnists, Highlights | By Ruth Davidson MSP | 10 May 2016 at 6:40 am | 26 comments

Ruth Davidson: Sturgeon’s manifesto rests on a squalid compromise

The SNP intends to drag Scotland through years of uncertainty. We are offering a positive alternative.

Columnists, Highlights | By Ruth Davidson MSP | 26 April 2016 at 6:30 am | 42 comments

Ruth Davidson: The SNP is on course to win in May – which is why Scotland needs a strong, Conservative opposition

At tomorrow’s manifesto launch I will spell out in detail how we plan to ensure Scotland gets the better government we deserve.​

Columnists, Highlights | By Ruth Davidson MSP | 12 April 2016 at 6:20 am | 49 comments

Ruth Davidson: Scotland has a left-wing party in government. It doesn’t need one in opposition too. It needs the Conservatives.

We now have a Government which we know will make middle earners pay more – and which may make higher earners pay even more too.

Columnists, Highlights | By Ruth Davidson MSP | 29 March 2016 at 6:30 am | 29 comments

Ruth Davidson: Sturgeon has broken her promise that Scotland’s referendum was “once in a generation”. What a shock.

The news shows how foolish Labour and the Lib Dems were to take the First Minister at her word.

Columnists, Highlights | By Ruth Davidson MSP | 15 March 2016 at 6:45 am | 47 comments

Ruth Davidson: There are now only two parties in Scotland which really count: the SNP and the Conservatives

Last week’s financial agreement shows Scottish politics now has precious little to do with Labour at all.

Columnists, Highlights | By Ruth Davidson MSP | 1 March 2016 at 7:00 am | 66 comments

Ruth Davidson: Scottish Labour are too weak to argue for Trident – so it’s our responsibility to be strong

The Government should put the question to the House now, in the interests of national security.

Columnists, Highlights | By Ruth Davidson MSP | 16 February 2016 at 6:45 am | 33 comments

Ruth Davidson: The story behind the changing face of the Scottish Conservatives

May will see a generational change in our Holyrood group, and an influx of new MSPs with serious expertise.

Columnists, Highlights | By Ruth Davidson MSP | 2 February 2016 at 6:30 am | 21 comments

Ruth Davidson: The SNP’s record in power is lamentable – but there is an alternative

The nationalists may pose as the opposition, but in reality they are the establishment. They must answer to their failings.

Columnists, Highlights | By Ruth Davidson MSP | 19 January 2016 at 6:30 am | 14 comments

Ruth Davidson: What I’ll be looking for in the next Conservative leader

It isn’t mindless flattery to think we are blessed to have Cameron. But when he does step back, here’s what his successor should be like.

Columnists, Highlights | By Ruth Davidson MSP | 5 January 2016 at 6:40 am | 31 comments

Ruth Davidson: No to separation, yes to a united future – this is what the Scottish Conservatives stand for

People are looking for a Scottish alternative – a Holyrood parliament with real powers, but one that is rooted within the United Kingdom.

Columnists, Highlights | By Ruth Davidson MSP | 8 December 2015 at 6:40 am | 12 comments

Ruth Davidson MSP: The SNP’s independence plans have been exposed as delusional – when will they come clean?

Sturgeon and Swinney must stop relying on Salmond’s belligerent and baseless assertions.

Columnists, Highlights | By Ruth Davidson MSP | 24 November 2015 at 6:45 am | 34 comments

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