Glasgow East
Donnie McLeod

Background and Professional Experience

Donnie McLeod, born and raised in Glasgow, has a rich history of service both in the military and in the professional world. He completed his formal education in Glasgow before starting his career in the building trade, becoming time-served in the industry. McLeod went on to serve for 15 years in the Royal Marines, including four years deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan. During this time, he also contributed to the training of the Ukrainian military in 2000.

Following his military service, McLeod pursued further education, earning a Master’s degree in Network Security and acquiring several industrial qualifications. His expertise in the field led him to work with NATO for three years, holding a senior position in network operations. McLeod has worked in various global regions within Enterprise Networking, with his last role being Senior Domain Architect in the IT and engineering sectors.

Passion for Craftsmanship and Military Legacy

In addition to his professional accomplishments, Donnie McLeod finds personal fulfillment in building model wooden ships inspired by Lord Nelson’s navy. His intricate creations have been donated to various institutions, including the Royal Marines, and are displayed in the Erskine Veterans Charity Hospital. Several Marine messes also proudly exhibit his work, including one ship displayed at the Royal Marines Charity offices in Whale Island, Portsmouth Harbour.

Standing as Reform UK’s Prospective Parliamentary Candidate for Glasgow East

Donnie McLeod is driven by a commitment to address critical issues affecting his community and country. As Reform UK’s Prospective Parliamentary Candidate for Glasgow East, McLeod is deeply concerned about the current educational curriculum, believing it requires significant reform. He also advocates for economic change, particularly in reducing the tax burden on the Scottish people, and is a strong proponent of abolishing IR35 regulations for small businesses.

McLeod is passionate about supporting the NHS and has proposed cutting student loan debt for doctors and nurses who commit to working in the NHS for 10 years. He also advocates for a zero basic rate of tax for newly qualified doctors and nurses during their first three years of service, as well as extending this to other new NHS staff.

Advocating for Veterans and Accountability in Politics

A firm believer in veterans' rights, McLeod supports giving veterans priority in housing queues and providing assistance for further education after their military service. His motto is clear: "You serve, you deserve."

Finally, McLeod believes that politicians should be accountable to the people they serve, not the other way around. His commitment to these values is what drives him to stand for Reform UK, as he strives to bring meaningful change to his community and beyond.