James Lindesay-Bethune, 16th Earl of Lindsay facts for kids
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The Earl of Lindsay
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| Member of the House of Lords | |
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| In office 21 December 1989 – 11 November 1999 as a hereditary peer |
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| Preceded by | The 15th Earl of Lindsay |
| Succeeded by | Seat abolished |
| Assumed office 11 November 1999 as an elected hereditary peer |
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| Preceded by | Seat established |
| Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Scotland | |
| In office 6 July 1995 – 2 May 1997 |
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| Prime Minister | John Major |
| Preceded by | Sir Hector Monro |
| Succeeded by | Sam Galbraith |
| Lord-in-waiting Government Whip |
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| In office 12 January 1995 – 6 July 1995 |
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| Prime Minister | John Major |
| Preceded by | The Lord Inglewood |
| Succeeded by | The Earl of Courtown |
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James Randolph Lindesay-Bethune
19 November 1955 |
| Nationality | British |
| Political party | Conservative |
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Diana Chamberlayne-Macdonald
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| Children | Lady Frances Gabinsky Lady Alexandra Coleman William Lindesay-Bethune, Viscount Garnock Hon. David Lindesay-Bethune Lady Charlotte Lindesay-Bethune |
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| Alma mater | University of Edinburgh University of California, Davis |
James Randolph Lindesay-Bethune, the 16th Earl of Lindsay, was born on November 19, 1955. He is a Scottish businessman and a politician from the Conservative Party. He is known for his work in government and his focus on the environment and food industry.
Early Life and Education
James Lindesay-Bethune is the son of David Lindesay-Bethune, 15th Earl of Lindsay. His mother was Mary Douglas-Scott-Montagu. He attended Eton College, a famous school. Later, he studied at the University of Edinburgh in Scotland. He also went to the University of California, Davis in the United States.
Political and Professional Career
In 1989, James Lindesay-Bethune became the Earl of Lindsay after his father. This title allowed him to be a member of the House of Lords, which is part of the UK Parliament.
From 1994 to 1995, he was a leader in a committee that focused on environmental issues. He then served as the Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Scotland from 1995 to 1997. In this role, he was in charge of important areas like farming, fishing, and protecting the environment.
Lord Lindsay has always been involved with environmental causes and the food industry. He was the President of the National Trust of Scotland from 2012 to 2017. This organization works to protect Scotland's natural and historical places. In April 2021, he also became the President of the Chartered Trading Standards Institute. This group helps make sure businesses follow fair trading rules.
Family Life
In 1982, James Lindesay-Bethune married Diana Mary Chamberlayne-Macdonald. They have five children together:
- Lady Frances Mary Gabinsky (born 1986)
- Lady Alexandra Penelope Lindesay-Bethune (born 1988)
- William James Lindesay-Bethune, Viscount of Garnock (born 1990)
- The Hon. David Nigel Lindesay-Bethune (born 1993)
- Lady Charlotte Lindesay-Bethune (born 1993)
The Countess of Lindsay, his wife, is involved in social events and traditional activities.
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A coronet like the one worn by an Earl.
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The coat of arms for the Earl of Lindsay.
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