The Scottish Parliament (Holyrood, Edinburgh) has 129 MSPs elected by proportional representation
Related questions (4)
How many MSPs sit in the Scottish Parliament?
60
90
129
650
Explanation
The Scottish Parliament has 129 MSPs. 60 is the Welsh Senedd, 90 is the Northern Ireland Assembly, and 650 is the House of Commons.
What electoral system is used to elect MSPs to the Scottish Parliament?
First-past-the-post only
Proportional representation (Additional Member System)
Single transferable vote
Two-round system
Explanation
The Scottish Parliament uses proportional representation via the Additional Member System (AMS), combining constituency and regional MSPs. STV is used in Northern Ireland. FPTP alone is used for UK general elections.
Where is the Scottish Parliament located?
Glasgow
London
Edinburgh (Holyrood)
Aberdeen
Explanation
The Scottish Parliament is at Holyrood in Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland. Glasgow is Scotland's largest city but not the capital. London is the UK Parliament.
What special power does the Scottish Parliament have regarding taxation?
It can set its own VAT rate
It can vary the basic rate of income tax in Scotland
It can abolish council tax
It controls all UK taxation policy
Explanation
The Scottish Parliament has the power to vary the basic rate of income tax in Scotland. Option A is wrong because VAT is a reserved power. Option C is not specifically mentioned as a devolved power. Option D is wrong because most taxation remains a reserved power of the UK Parliament.