41. Stewart Stevenson

Minister for Transport, infrastructure and Climate Change, Scotland

Stewart Stevenson

Stewart Stevenson

Why is he on the list?

After the SNP’s victory at the 2007 Scottish Parliament Election, Stevenson was appointed transport minister. His influence in this role extends beyond Scotland. Policies developed by Scotland’s government have been closely watched south of the border.

What kind of year has he had?

Stevenson and his cabinet colleagues have had a tough year, largely as a result of funding cuts. The Glasgow Airport Rail Link scheme has been axed and the Edinburgh tram scheme...