Wednesday December 3rd 2025
Calum Kerr's adoption night as SNP candidate for Midlothian South, Tweeddale and Lauderdale, featuring First Minister John Swinney MSP, Cabinet Secretary for Housing Màiri McAllan MSP, and Christine Grahame MSP
Written by Midlothian View Reporter, Liam Eunson
Local residents and SNP supporters gathered on Saturday, 29th November in Penicuik to celebrate the formal adoption of Calum Kerr as the SNP candidate for Midlothian South, Tweeddale and Lauderdale in the 2026 Scottish Parliamentary Election.
Attendees at the Penicuik venue were offered speeches, live performances and the opportunity to speak directly with Calum about his vision for delivering a strong local voice at Holyrood.
The evening was attended by senior SNP figures, including First Minister John Swinney MSP, Cabinet Secretary for Housing Màiri McAllan MSP, and Christine Grahame MSP, who each delivered speeches. All three praised the momentum building behind Calum’s campaign.
Reflecting on his adoption night, Calum Kerr said:
“Last night was a brilliant moment for our campaign. Thank you to everyone who came along and helped make it such a special occasion. It was great to welcome and hear from John Swinney, Màiri McAllan – fresh from their Politician of the Year awards – and our incomparable Christine Grahame. Their support and their brilliant speeches added real energy to the room.”
“We’ve made a great start, and we’ll keep that momentum going as we work to win for Midlothian South, Tweeddale and Lauderdale — and to help the SNP win across Scotland. Thank you again for all the encouragement and belief.”
Calum also expressed his gratitude to the volunteers, performers, organisers and local members who made the evening a success.
The adoption night marks a launch to his campaign and his focus on delivering locally rooted representation, ambition and a positive future to the region.
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