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| Leader of the Ulster Unionist Party | |
|---|---|
| Appointer | Elected by party |
| Inaugural holder | Edward James Saunderson |
| Formation | 1905 |
The Leader of the Ulster Unionist Party is the most senior position within the party ranks. Since 2021 the leader has been Doug Beattie MLA. [1]
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