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Staff Organisation
The Scottish Parliamentary Corporate Body (SPCB) employs over 400 staff across six directorates, all dedicated to supporting the work of the Parliament and its members. As a group, staff are responsible for providing the facilities, equipment, clerking support and other services that the 129 MSPs require to undertake their parliamentary functions.

Staff are committed to operating a Parliament that is accessible, environmentally friendly and welcoming to all. If you are interested in visiting the Parliament, please take a look at our Visiting Holyrood pages.

You can find out more about the directorates and offices of the SPCB by following this link.

Purpose

The Parliament exists to identify and debate issues of importance to the people of Scotland and to legislate. In doing so, it holds the Scottish Executive to account and is answerable to the people of Scotland.

Our purpose as the Staff Organisation is to support the Scottish Parliament in fulfilling its constitutional role as a representative and legislative body:

  • by providing professional advice, accommodation, working environment and support services of the highest standards; and
  • by facilitating engagement with people and organisations across Scotland.
Our Values
Integrity   We demonstrate high standards of honesty and reliability.
Impartiality   We are fair and even-handed in dealing with Members, the public and one another.
Professionalism   We provide high quality professional advice and support services.
Client Focus   We are responsive to the needs of Members, the public and one another.
Efficiency   We use resources responsibly and cost-effectively.
Mutual Respect   We treat everyone with respect and courtesy and take full account of equal opportunities issues at all times.