Showcasing Scotland Summer Reception and MP Awards

The 2024 general election witnessed a seismic shift in the UK’s political landscape and with Scotland playing a major part in that change. Since then, Scottish MPs, many elected for the very first time, have got down to business, taking on case work, getting to grips with the ancient traditions practiced at Westminster, and even being promoted to ministerial office.

Amid all the change, Holyrood magazine has continued to be a constant feature of politics across both Westminster and the Scottish Parliament and since the election has been hosting our ‘Showcasing Scotland’ receptions – bringing Scottish businesses to Westminster and offering them and our MPs the opportunity to meet. As a result, we have built an energetic cross-party network which has proven that not all politics needs to be cross.

To mark the first anniversary of the 2024 election, Holyrood launched the inaugural Showcasing Scotland Summer Reception and MP Awards to celebrate some of the achievements that individual Scottish MPs and Peers make in our body politic. That recognition continues with this year’s awards on July 7th. A fun and relaxed evening that will see some of our Scottish MPs go home clutching a coveted Holyrood Showcasing Scotland award.

Who can nominate? All Scottish MPs and peers and anyone else that takes an interest!
How to nominate: Fill out the form below. Simply name who you would like to win which award and why.
Nominations close: Wednesday 10 June 2026
Shortlists announced: Late June 2026
Winners announced: Tuesday 7 July 2026 (at the reception)

This event is by invitation only

Scottish MP of the Year

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In a challenging political year, who has stood out from the crowd and achieved tangible benefits for their constituents and for Scotland?

One to Watch

With such a large intake of newly elected Scottish MPs who has quietly, or not so quietly, made their mark over the last two years as a political star in the making?

Speech of the Year

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with so many new MPs making their first contributions, and joining more seasoned political speakers, whose oratory skills have really stood out?

The Business of Politics

Which Scottish MP has really impressed with their energy and drive to listen to businesses and help grow the Scottish economy?

Scottish Peer of the Year

Which Scottish peer has impressed with their ability to thoughtfully contribute to political debate and use their unique platform to best effect for Scotland?