Johanna Baxter

Johanna Baxter is a Scottish Labour politician who has served as the Member of Parliament (MP) for Paisley and Renfrewshire South since 2024.

Early life and education
Born in Saltcoats, Baxter became a union representative at 18. Baxter funded her way through university by working at a call centre.

Career
Baxter served as head of local government for Unison Scotland. She was Chair of the National Executive Committee of the Labour Party in 2022-2023 and continues to be a member.