While all 129 of Holyrood’s seats will be contested at this year’s ballot, more than a quarter of the current crop of MSPs are standing down – including high profile figures like Ruth Davidson, Iain Gray and Jeane Freeman.
Here is a brief overview of each of the members who are not seeking re-election.
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13. Margaret Mitchell
Margaret Mitchell has served as a Conservative regional MSP for Central Scotland since 2003. Photo: Getty
14. Adam Tomkins
Prof Adam Tomkins was elected to Holyrood as one of Glasgow's regional MSPs in 2016. Photo: Getty
15. Ruth Davidson
The former Scottish Tories leader took over the party’s reins at Holyrood once more when MP Douglas Ross was elected as the new leader last year. Ms Davidson will now take up a seat in the House of Lords. Photo: JEFF J MITCHELL
16. Maureen Watt
The Aberdeen South and North Kincardine MSP, first elected in 2006, has served as minister for schools and skills, and mental health. Photo: Getty