Scottish National Party
MSP for Kirkcaldy (Constituency) 2011 - present day
The Scottish Parliament
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Previous roles in cross-party groups are not included in this list.
17 June 2021 - 23 June 2021
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07 September 2016 - 04 May 2021
Substitute Member
06 September 2018 - 04 May 2021
Member
06 September 2018 - 04 May 2021
Member
19 April 2018 - 06 September 2018
Member
24 May 2018 - 06 September 2018
Substitute Member
08 June 2016 - 19 April 2018
Member
29 September 2016 - 19 April 2018
Member
08 June 2016 - 29 September 2016
Member
27 November 2014 - 23 March 2016
Substitute Member
09 December 2014 - 23 March 2016
Deputy Convener
27 November 2014 - 23 March 2016
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27 June 2013 - 09 December 2014
Member
05 June 2014 - 27 November 2014
Substitute Member
22 April 2014 - 27 November 2014
Substitute Member
27 June 2013 - 05 June 2014
Substitute Member
18 September 2012 - 27 June 2013
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18 September 2012 - 27 June 2013
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23 June 2011 - 18 September 2012
Substitute Member
01 June 2011 - 18 September 2012
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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.
Health, Social Care and Sport Committee meeting date: 10 March 2026
David Torrance (Kirkcaldy) (SNP): "Good morning, everyone. What is the status of the public health priorities that were published in 2018, and what progress has been made against them?"
Chamber meeting date: 5 March 2026
David Torrance (Kirkcaldy) (SNP): "Does Jeremy Balfour agree that the parties could emphasise the list system in the Scottish Parliament as a great way for disabled people to get up higher up the party system, and that it is a great way for parties to give them priority?"
Chamber meeting date: 5 March 2026
David Torrance (Kirkcaldy) (SNP): "I am sure that we all share deep concern regarding the on-going situation in West Wemyss and Denbeath…
Chamber meeting date: 5 March 2026
David Torrance (Kirkcaldy) (SNP): "I am sure that we all share deep concern regarding the on-going situation in West Wemyss and Denbeath…
Chamber meeting date: 5 March 2026
David Torrance (Kirkcaldy) (SNP): "I am sure that we all share deep concern regarding the on-going situation in West Wemyss and Denbeath…
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Motion ref. S6M-21035.1
Submitted by: Alexander Burnett, Aberdeenshire West, Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party. Date lodged: Wednesday, March 11, 2026
Supported by: Miles Briggs, Jackson Carlaw, Finlay Carson, Sharon Dowey, Tim Eagle, Russell Findlay, Murdo Fraser, Meghan Gallacher, Maurice Golden, Dr Pam Gosal MBE, Dr Sandesh Gulhane, Jamie Halcro Johnston, Rachael Hamilton, Craig Hoy, Liam Kerr, Stephen Kerr, Douglas Lumsden, Roz McCall, Edward Mountain, Oliver Mundell, Douglas Ross, Liz Smith, Alexander Stewart, Sue Webber, Annie Wells, Tess White, Brian Whittle
Current status: Taken in the Chamber on Wednesday, March 11, 2026
Result 31 for, 89 against, 1 abstained, 8 did not vote
MSP voted against
Disagreed
Motion ref. S6M-21077
Submitted by: Graeme Dey, Angus South, Scottish National Party. Date lodged: Wednesday, March 11, 2026
Current status: Taken in the Chamber on Wednesday, March 11, 2026
Result 101 for, 19 against, 3 abstained, 6 did not vote
MSP voted for
Agreed
Motion ref. S6 SP Bill 46 Amendment 168
Current status: Taken in the Chamber on Wednesday, March 11, 2026
Result 68 for, 51 against, 4 abstained, 6 did not vote
MSP voted for
Agreed
Find out what motions David Torrance has submitted recently.
These are the questions that this MSP has asked in Parliament. It also includes any answer to those questions.
Asked by: David Torrance, Kirkcaldy, Scottish National Party
Date lodged: 9 March 2026
Current Status: Answered by Shona Robison on 10 March 2026
"To ask the Scottish Government what its response is to the consultation on a potential local authority Cruise Ship Levy."
Asked by: David Torrance, Kirkcaldy, Scottish National Party
Date lodged: 28 January 2026
Current Status: Taken in the Chamber on 5 February 2026
"To ask the Scottish Government what measures are in place to deliver sustainable transport improvements across Fife, including active travel and public transport upgrades, in support of net zero targets."
Asked by: David Torrance, Kirkcaldy, Scottish National Party
Date lodged: 17 December 2025
Current Status: Taken in the Chamber on 7 January 2026
"To ask the Scottish Government how it anticipates the abolition of the not proven verdict will improve victims’ experiences of the justice system."
Asked by: David Torrance, Kirkcaldy, Scottish National Party
Date lodged: 15 December 2025
Current Status: Taken in the Chamber on 18 December 2025
"To ask the First Minister what steps the Scottish Government is taking to support households with the cost of living this winter."
Asked by: David Torrance, Kirkcaldy, Scottish National Party
Date lodged: 3 December 2025
Current Status: Taken in the Chamber on 11 December 2025
"To ask the Scottish Government what its response is to the Road Safety Management Safe System Capacity Building Programme in Scotland being awarded a Prince Michael International Road Safety Award."
Asked by: David Torrance, Kirkcaldy, Scottish National Party
Date lodged: 5 November 2025
Current Status: Answered by Shirley-Anne Somerville on 13 November 2025
"To ask the Scottish Government whether it will provide an update on the steps it is taking to support households struggling with energy bill debt."
Asked by: David Torrance, Kirkcaldy, Scottish National Party
Date lodged: 12 November 2025
Current Status: Taken in the Chamber on 20 November 2025
"To ask the Scottish Government how it is supporting communities and local authorities to adapt to the impacts of climate change, including through nature-based solutions."
Asked by: David Torrance, Kirkcaldy, Scottish National Party
Date lodged: 1 October 2025
Asked by: David Torrance, Kirkcaldy, Scottish National Party
Date lodged: 24 September 2025
Current Status: Taken in the Chamber on 2 October 2025
"To ask the Scottish Government how it will ensure that Scotland remains at the forefront of hydrogen development and deployment."
Asked by: David Torrance, Kirkcaldy, Scottish National Party
Date lodged: 27 August 2025
Current Status: Taken in the Chamber on 3 September 2025
"To ask the Scottish Government how it is working with local authorities to deliver transformation programmes and accelerate any reforms needed to achieve financial sustainability and ensure that local services are fit for the future."
See all of David Torrance's questions submitted in Parliament