Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party
MSP for Ettrick, Roxburgh and Berwickshire (Constituency) 2017 - present day
Former MSP for South Scotland (Region) 2016 - 2017
Website: rachaelhamilton.co.uk
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01 February 2023 - 10 October 2024
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21 May 2021 - 28 September 2024
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21 May 2021 - 28 September 2024
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25 May 2022 - 29 June 2023
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11 August 2020 - 04 May 2021
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25 February 2020 - 04 May 2021
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These are the official transcripts of what was said by this MSP in the chamber and at committee meetings. You'll find the topic discussed and how many times this MSP has contributed to the discussion.
Chamber meeting date: 20 March 2025
5. Rachael Hamilton (Ettrick, Roxburgh and Berwickshire) (Con): "To ask the First Minister how the Scottish Government is marking endometriosis awareness month. (S6F-03924)"
Chamber meeting date: 20 March 2025
Rachael Hamilton (Ettrick, Roxburgh and Berwickshire) (Con): "I am sorry, Deputy Presiding Officer—I pressed my button because I have a lodged question and you were looking at me."
Chamber meeting date: 20 March 2025
6. Rachael Hamilton (Ettrick, Roxburgh and Berwickshire) (Con): "To ask the Scottish Parliamentary Corporate Body what recent assessment it has made of the resources given to the legislation team. (S6O-04475)"
Chamber meeting date: 19 March 2025
2. Rachael Hamilton (Ettrick, Roxburgh and Berwickshire) (Con): "To ask the Scottish Government what steps Historic Environment Scotland is taking to ensure that women have access to a safe working environment. (S6O-04443)"
Chamber meeting date: 19 March 2025
Rachael Hamilton (Ettrick, Roxburgh and Berwickshire) (Con): "Earlier this month, I held a drop-in rural crime session, which was generously attended by many cross-party colleagues, the Association of British Insurers, NFU Scotland and the national rural crime unit…
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Submitted by: Angus Robertson, Edinburgh Central, Scottish National Party. Date lodged: Monday, March 24, 2025
Supported by: Jamie Hepburn
Current status: Taken in the Chamber on Tuesday, March 25, 2025
Result 108 for, 7 against, 1 abstained, 13 did not vote
MSP voted for
Vote Passed
Submitted by: Murdo Fraser, Mid Scotland and Fife, Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party. Date lodged: Monday, March 24, 2025
Current status: Taken in the Chamber on Tuesday, March 25, 2025
Result 107 for, 8 against, 0 abstained, 14 did not vote
MSP voted for
Vote Passed
Submitted by: Meghan Gallacher, Central Scotland, Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party. Date lodged: Tuesday, March 18, 2025
Current status: Taken in the Chamber on Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Result 53 for, 63 against, 0 abstained, 13 did not vote
MSP voted for
Vote Defeated
Submitted by: Claire Baker, Mid Scotland and Fife, Scottish Labour. Date lodged: Monday, March 17, 2025
Current status: Taken in the Chamber on Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Result 58 for, 52 against, 6 abstained, 13 did not vote
MSP voted against
Vote Passed
Submitted by: Sue Webber, Lothian, Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party. Date lodged: Tuesday, March 18, 2025
Current status: Taken in the Chamber on Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Result 52 for, 56 against, 7 abstained, 14 did not vote
MSP voted for
Vote Defeated
Find out what motions Rachael Hamilton has submitted recently.
These are the questions that this MSP has asked in Parliament. It also includes any answer to those questions.
Asked by: Hamilton, Rachael, Ettrick, Roxburgh and Berwickshire, Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party, Date Lodged: 17 March 2025
"To ask the Scottish Government what assessment it has made regarding any potential impact that variations of visitor levy forms will have on businesses that operate across several local authorities."
Answered by Ivan McKee on 25 March 2025
Asked by: Hamilton, Rachael, Ettrick, Roxburgh and Berwickshire, Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party, Date Lodged: 17 March 2025
"To ask the Scottish Government whether it plans to issue guidance to local authorities on the implementation of visitor levy forms, with reference to businesses that operate across several local authorities."
Answered by Ivan McKee on 25 March 2025
Asked by: Hamilton, Rachael, Ettrick, Roxburgh and Berwickshire, Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party, Date Lodged: 17 March 2025
"To ask the Scottish Government whether it has plans to standardise visitor levy forms across local authorities."
Answered by Ivan McKee on 25 March 2025
Asked by: Hamilton, Rachael, Ettrick, Roxburgh and Berwickshire, Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party, Date Lodged: 13 March 2025
"To ask the Scottish Government what consideration it has given to the specific needs of rural communities in relation to the ending of the Radio Teleswitch Service, including the availability of replacement meters and any potential for delays to replacement meters in rural areas."
Answered by Alasdair Allan on 21 March 2025
Asked by: Hamilton, Rachael, Ettrick, Roxburgh and Berwickshire, Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party, Date Lodged: 13 March 2025
"To ask the Scottish Government what steps it is taking to ensure that people are fully aware of the ending of the Radio Teleswitch Service (RTS) on 1 July 2025, and what plans are in place to support any affected consumers in (a) general and (b) rural areas such as the Scottish Borders, where there is reportedly a higher prevalence of RTS meters."
Answered by Alasdair Allan on 21 March 2025
Asked by: Hamilton, Rachael, Ettrick, Roxburgh and Berwickshire, Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party, Date Lodged: 13 March 2025
"To ask the Scottish Government what specific measures are being taken to address any potential impact of the ending of the Radio Teleswitch Service on vulnerable consumers in rural constituencies, particularly those who may have limited access to alternative heating and hot water solutions."
Answered by Alasdair Allan on 21 March 2025
Asked by: Hamilton, Rachael, Ettrick, Roxburgh and Berwickshire, Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party, Date Lodged: 13 March 2025
"To ask the Scottish Government what its position is on whether the 1 July 2025 date for the ending of the Radio Teleswitch Service should be extended, in light of reported concerns about the readiness of suppliers and the potential impact on consumers, especially in rural and remote areas."
Answered by Alasdair Allan on 21 March 2025
Asked by: Hamilton, Rachael, Ettrick, Roxburgh and Berwickshire, Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party, Date Lodged: 13 March 2025
"To ask the Scottish Government how it is working with (a) Ofgem and (b) energy suppliers to ensure that the replacement of Radio Teleswitch Service meters is completed in a timely manner and that no consumer is left without control over their heating and hot water when the service ends."
Answered by Alasdair Allan on 21 March 2025
Asked by: Hamilton, Rachael, Ettrick, Roxburgh and Berwickshire, Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party, Date Lodged: 13 March 2025
"To ask the Scottish Government what information it has on how many Radio Teleswitch Service (RTS) meters have been removed from premises in Scotland since the ending of the service was announced."
Answered by Alasdair Allan on 21 March 2025
Asked by: Hamilton, Rachael, Ettrick, Roxburgh and Berwickshire, Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party, Date Lodged: 13 March 2025
"To ask the Scottish Government what information it has on what progress has been made on the roll-out of smart meters across Scotland, and what steps it (a) can take and (b) is taking to ensure equitable access for consumers in rural and remote areas…
Answered by Alasdair Allan on 20 March 2025
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