RCN Scotland Manifesto Launch
for the 2026 Scottish Parliament elections
12 Feb 2026, 10:00 - 11:30
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In May, the people of Scotland will go to the polls to elect the next Scottish parliament.
Join fellow RCN members to tell future MSPs that they must commit to valuing nursing properly, as we launch our Scottish Election manifesto.
This election, we’re demanding action, not just more promises. We’re campaigning to make sure the 129 newly elected MSPs and the next Scottish government know that it’s time to value nursing properly.
Join us to find out what we're calling for this election and learn what you can do to support our campaign.
If you are planning to attend, please let us know at press.scot@rcn.org.uk
Scottish Parliament
Horse Wynd
Holyrood
Edinburgh
EH99 1SP
Getting to Holyrood by busVisitors can use the Lothian Buses service numbers 35 (nearest stop Canongate) and 6 (nearest stop Horse Wynd).
There are a number of other bus routes a short walking distance away. Details of all local bus services can be obtained from Traveline.
Getting to Holyrood by train
The Parliament building is a 15-minute walk from Edinburgh Waverley train station. Information about train services to and from Edinburgh is available from National Rail.
Getting to Holyrood by road
Our postcode is EH99 1SP.
The nearest car parks are St John’s Hill or adjacent to Waverley Station, via New Street.
A small number of public parking spaces are reserved for disabled people on Horse Wynd. Please note that these parking bays are for visitors to the Holyrood area in general, not just for visitors to the Parliament. If use of the bays has to be suspended, an alternative will be offered, such as use of five parking bays on Broad Pavement. Parking for people with a disabled person’s parking permit is permitted on single yellow lines and these are available near to the Parliament building. It is possible to drop off passengers in the bays on Horse Wynd, even if parking has to be obtained further away.
if you are attending a parliamentary event and require further information about parking arrangements please get in touch with the event organiser
Coach drivers must use the turning circle in front of Our Dynamic Earth on Holyrood Road for drop off and pick up of passengers. Coaches may stop here for up to 15 minutes. This is the only facility for coaches to drop off and pick up passengers. Coach parking is available at Regent Road. It is a short walk to the Parliament's public entrance from Our Dynamic Earth. Visitors should turn right as they come out of the turning circle and use the walkway through the landscaped area to reach the public entrance on Horse Wynd.
Pick up and drop off points for visitors with mobility access needs
If you require to be dropped off or collected when visiting the Scottish Parliament you can use the turning circle at Dynamic Earth. For anyone with mobility access needs the accessible parking bays on Horse Wynd, opposite the public entrance to the Parliament building, can be used as a designated drop off and pick up point for visitors with mobility access needs. Please note that these parking bays are owned and managed by the City of Edinburgh Council and can be used by all blue badge holders. There is therefore no guarantee that a space there will be available.
If you are attending a parliamentary event and require further information about parking arrangements please get in touch with the event organiser.
Getting to Holyrood by cycle
The nearest public cycle racks are located next to the Holyrood Lodge house building on Horse Wynd.
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Page last updated - 21/01/2026
