Provost of Fife facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Provost of Fife |
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Incumbent
Jim Leishman since April 2012 |
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| Appointer | Elected |
| Formation | 1150 |
| Deputy | Julie Ford |
The Provost of Fife is like the main leader or chairperson for Fife Council. Fife Council is the local government that helps run the area of Fife in Scotland. The Provost's job is to represent Fife and make sure the council works well. They also help show what the council stands for and make Fife look good.
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What is the Provost of Fife?
The Provost of Fife is the main person who represents the Fife Council. Think of them as the public face of the council. Their job is to lead meetings and speak for Fife at important events. They also help make sure everyone in the council works together.
What Does the Provost Do?
Besides being a regular councillor, the Provost has special duties. They help promote the good things about Fife and its council. They also set a good example for others. The Provost works to make sure Fife has a good reputation.
How is the Provost Chosen?
The Provost is chosen by the people who are already members of the Fife Council. This election happens every five years. The title of Provost was brought back in May 2004.
Who is the Current Provost?
The person who is Provost right now is Councillor Jim Leishman. He was first chosen in April 2012. He was also the first Provost of Fife to be chosen for a second time.
Past Provosts of Fife
Here are some of the people who have been Provost of Fife since the title was brought back:
| Elected | Provost | Deputy | Notes | ||
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| May 2017 | Jim Leishman | Julie Ford | Jim Leishman was the first Provost of Fife to be chosen again. | ||
| May 2012 | Jim Leishman | Kay Morrison | |||
| May 2007 | Frances Melville | Lizz Mogg (Dec 2007) | Frances Melville was the first woman to be Provost of Fife. | ||
| May 2004 | John Simpson | ||||
