Career
Scott was elected to parliament at the 2001 state election, after working as an electoral officer for 16 years. She holds a dental nurse certificate. At the 2012 election, Desley Scott retained her seat with a significant margin for a Labor Member of Parliament of 5.8%, after a 19.57% swing against her party.
According to Independent Member of Parliament Alex Douglas, "She was completely focussed on the needs of Woodridge residents, which in turn earned her the respect of her constituents.", which led to her being one of only seven Queensland ALP MPs being elected at the 2012 election.
Under Queensland ALP Leader Annastacia Palaszczuk, Desley Scott has been given the Shadow Portfolios of Disabilities, Communities, Child Safety, Mental Health, Women and Multicultural Affairs.
