Lord Lieutenant of Nairn facts for kids
The Lord Lieutenant of Nairn is a special person who represents the British King or Queen in a specific area of Scotland called Nairn. Think of them as the King's personal helper or ambassador in that region! Their job is to support the Royal Family and help with important local events.
Since 1975, the area they cover has been the local government district of Nairn. This was confirmed again in 1996. Before that, the Lord Lieutenant looked after the old county of Nairn. The county was a local government area that changed over time. For example, in 1973, it became a district within the larger Highland region. Later, in 1994, the Highland region became a single council area, but the Lord Lieutenant's role in Nairn continued.
What Does a Lord Lieutenant Do?
A Lord Lieutenant is the King's representative in their area. They are usually a respected person from the local community. Their main duties include:
- Organizing visits by members of the Royal Family.
- Presenting medals and awards on behalf of the King, like the King's Award for Voluntary Service.
- Supporting the armed forces, especially local reserve units and cadets.
- Promoting good citizenship and community spirit.
- Making sure the King's presence is felt and understood in the area.
They are non-political and serve for life, or until they reach a certain age.
Who Has Been the Lord Lieutenant of Nairn?
Many important people have held the role of Lord Lieutenant for Nairn over the years. They have all played a part in connecting the local community with the Royal Family. Here is a list of those who have served:
- Hugh Rose, 15th of Kilravock, from 1729 to 23 January 1732
- James Brodie, 21st of Brodie from 17 March 1794 to 17 January 1824
- William Brodie, 22nd of Brodie from 9 February 1824 to 6 June 1873
- James Campbell John Brodie, 12th of Lethen from 25 June 1873 to 25 February 1880
- Hugh Fife Ashley Brodie, 23rd of Brodie from 25 March 1880 to 20 September 1889
- James Rose, 23rd of Kilravock from 22 November 1889 to 16 November 1903
- Ian Ashley Morton Brodie, 24th of Brodie from 6 November 1903 to 1935
- Archibald Leslie-Melville, 13th Earl of Leven from 8 July 1935 to 15 January 1947
- John Grahame Buchanan Allardyce from 16 April 1947 to 21 September 1949
- Hon. Ian Malcolm Campbell from 5 December 1949 to 1958
- James Erskine Stirling from 4 December 1958 to 20 December 1968
- Alexander Leslie-Melville, 14th Earl of Leven from 22 July 1969 to 1999
- Ewen John Brodie CVO, 16th of Lethen from 9 November 1999 to 16 December 2017
- George Russell Asher from 19 January 2018 to the present day
