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David Torrance

b. 1961

Scottish politician (born 1961)

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About David Torrance

Born 1961. David Torrance is a British politician.

David Herd Torrance (born 13 March 1961) is a Scottish National Party (SNP) politician. He has been the Member of the Scottish Parliament (MSP) for the Kirkcaldy constituency since 2011.

Background Born in Kirkcaldy, David Torrance was educated at Balwearie High School and Adam Smith College, where he gained an HND Mechanical Engineering.

Torrance is a member of the Scout Association, and has been Scout Leader since 1979. He is also the Assistant District Commissioner for Kirkcaldy District Scouts.

Career Torrance joined the Scottish National Party in 1981 and was a Fife local Councillor in Fife Council from 1995 until being elected as an MSP in 2011.

He worked for British Gas, Alcan Chemicals, and Bosch Rexroth before going into politics full-time in 2007, working for Christopher Harvie MSP.

Electoral history

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Important facts

Born
13 March 1961, Kirkcaldy
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Politician
Nationality
United Kingdom
Education
Balwearie High School
Positions held
Member of the 4th Scottish Parliament, Member of the 5th Scottish Parliament, Member of the 6th Scottish Parliament, Member of the 7th Scottish Parliament
Also known as
David Herd Torrance

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Frequently asked questions

Who is David Torrance?

Scottish politician (born 1961)

When was David Torrance born?

David Torrance was born on 13 March 1961 in Kirkcaldy.

What is David Torrance's occupation?

David Torrance is a politician.

What nationality is David Torrance?

David Torrance is British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: David Torrance

· Wikidata: Q1176878

· DBpedia: David Torrance (politician)

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