David Scott

Who was David Scott?

David Scott, of Scotstarvit, was a Scottish Member of Parliament. He was the son of David Scott of Scotstarvit.

He was returned for Fife in 1741, and held that seat for a decade. In 1751, he was returned for Aberdeen, for which he sat until his death. By his wife Lucy, daughter of Sir Robert Gordon, he had several children, including:

David Scott of Scotstarvit, eldest son and heir, died without issue

Maj-Gen. John Scott of Scotstarvit