“I respect everyone's right to their own religious beliefs, but for me, this cannot extend to our education system treating some people's lives and identities as if they are somehow less worthy of respect or love.”

Scottish former politician, born 1980

Jo Swinson is a Scottish former politician. Born in 1980, she was Leader of the Liberal Democrats from July to December 2019 and served as Member of Parliament for East Dunbartonshire from 2005 to 2015 and again from 2017 to 2019. She is known for her work in British politics, especially through her years in Parliament and her brief period as party leader. In September 2020, she became Director of Partners for a New Economy, continuing her public-facing work beyond elected office.