James Bairnson

Born 8 August 1898, Culsetter
Died 21 December 1987, Fleck, Dunrossness
Elections 3 (2 won)
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James Bairnson was a seaman and County Councillor for Dunrossness South between 1945 and 1952. He unsuccessfully contested the Dunrossness South seat in the 1952 County Council election.

Biography

James worked for the Pearl Assurance company for 23 years.

Political Career

Political career of James Bairnson
Year Election Council Votes Result
1945 County Council Election December 1945 (Dunrossness South) Zetland County Council Unopposed Elected
1949 County Council Election May 1949 (Dunrossness South) Zetland County Council 73 Elected
1952 County Council Election May 1952 (Dunrossness South) Zetland County Council 63 Not elected

Offices Held

Zetland County Council
Preceded by
George Leslie (ii)
Member for
Dunrossness South

1945–1952
Succeeded by
Magnus Flaws (i)