James Douglas-Hamilton is a Scottish politician and member of the Conservative Party. He served as a Member of Parliament (MP) for the Edinburgh West constituency from 1979 to 1997. During his time in Parliament, he held various positions, including Minister of State for Scotland. After leaving Parliament, Douglas-Hamilton continued to be active in public life, including serving as a member of the House of Lords. He has been involved in various charitable organizations and has contributed to discussions on Scottish affairs and governance.