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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17. Richard Lyle
Mr Lyle was elected to Holyrood in 2011 as an SNP MSP for Central Scotland. He won his current seat in 2016. Photo: Getty
18. Linda Fabiani
Ms Fabiani was first elected to the Scottish Parliament in 1999 as an MSP for Central Scotland, but since 2011 she has represented East Kilbride. Photo: PA
19. Sandra White
Ms White has been an SNP MSP since 1999, winning her current seat in 2011. Photo: Getty
20. Gil Paterson
The Clydebank and Milngavie MSP has been a member of the Scottish Parliament since 1999. Photo: Getty