Ruaridh Oliphant

I grew up in Linlithgow. I spent my youth attending Linlithgow Primary and the Academy. While I moved to Stirling for University my family has always stayed in Linlithgow and I've maintained my own personal connection to the town and local area. I think Linlithgow is a wonderful place to grow up and raise a family but I also recognise the challenges of both here.

I have trained as both a scientist and a teacher. I recognise the threat the climate crisis poses, the extintion event we are currently in, and the damage Humanity is doing to our planet. I also understand that there are projects ongoing around the world to combat these and I want Scotland to be a part of them.

I believe learning is something we never stop doing. For several years I have worked in education and my own personal goal is to improve education in Scotland by giving teachers the support that has been cut from them year after year, as well as support other public services like transport and the NHS, both of which are in desperate need our support.

In my work in schools and with Scouts I have helped many different LGBT+ people to process their own journeys and handle the hardships they faced along the way, using my own and others experiences to help guide them. I believe in equal rights for all and I understand the need to fight for this now more than ever.

I believe in the SGP and I believe we are the best future for UK Politics, Scottish Independence and for a fairer society for all.