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Difficulty: EasyThe Scottish Government and Parliament

The Scottish Government is led by a senior politician who is usually the leader of the largest party in the Scottish Parliament. What is the title of this position?

  1. The First MinisterAnswer
  2. B
    The Prime Minister
  3. C
    The Speaker
  4. D
    The Lord Chancellor

Answer

The head of the Scottish Government is the First Minister.
The head of the Scottish Government is the First Minister. This individual is typically the leader of the party that holds the most seats in the Scottish Parliament and is responsible for appointing the Scottish Cabinet.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the level of government being asked about.
The question specifies the Scottish Government (devolved administration).
Leadership titles differ between the UK central government and devolved governments.
2
Recall the specific leadership title for the Scottish executive.
The Scottish executive (government) is led by the First Minister.
The official handbook states that the First Minister leads the Scottish Government and is usually the leader of the largest party in the Parliament.

Key Concept

Leadership of Devolved Administrations
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