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The Earl of Crawford
30th Earl of Crawford and 13th Earl of Balcarres
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Tenure 2023–present
Predecessor 29th Earl of Crawford and 12th Earl of Balcarres
Other titles Lord Balniel (1975–2023)
Born Anthony Robert Lindsay
(1958-11-24) 24 November 1958 (age 66)
Residence Balcarres House, nr. Fife, Scotland
Offices Chief of Clan Lindsay
Spouse(s)
Nicola Bicket
(m. 1989)
Issue 4
Heir Alexander Lindsay, Lord Balniel
Parents Robert Lindsay, 29th Earl of Crawford
Ruth Meyer-Bechtler
Occupation Investment banker

Anthony Robert Lindsay was born on 24 November 1958. He is known as the 30th Earl of Crawford and 13th Earl of Balcarres. Before 2023, he was called Lord Balniel. He is a Scottish peer, which means he holds a special noble title in Scotland. He is also the Chief of Clan Lindsay, a historic Scottish family.

About Anthony Robert Lindsay

Anthony Robert Lindsay was born in 1958. His father was Robert Alexander Lindsay, the 29th Earl of Crawford. His mother was Ruth Beatrice Meyer-Bechtler.

His Education

He went to Eton College, a famous school in England. After that, he studied at the University of Edinburgh in Scotland.

His Career

Anthony Lindsay works as an investment banker in London. An investment banker helps companies and governments raise money. They also advise on big financial deals.

Becoming an Earl

When his father passed away on 18 March 2023, Anthony Lindsay became the new Earl of Crawford. He also became the Chief of Clan Lindsay. The title of Earl of Crawford is one of the oldest noble titles in Great Britain.

In 2023, he took part in the coronation of Charles III and Camilla. He served as a Deputy to the Great Steward of Scotland during this important event.

His Family Life

Anthony Lindsay married Nicola A. Bicket on 12 August 1989. Nicola is the daughter of Captain Antony Neilson Bicket.

They have four children together. Their oldest son is named Alexander. He is known as Lord Balniel. Alexander is the next in line to become the Earl of Crawford after his father.

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