John Balfour
| Elections | 2 (2 won) |
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John Balfour (6 November 1750 – 15 October 1842) was a Scottish politician and a civil servant in the East India Company with connections to the Orcadian island of Shapinsay.
Biography
John Balfour was the son of William Balfour, a factor to the Dundas family. The family was descended from the Balfours of Trenabie on the island of Westray. Having made a fortune in India, John Balfour married the widow of a Colonel Mackennan, who along with other British expatriates, had lent money to the Rajah of Tanjore, who then refused to repay the loans.
Political Career
| Year | Election | Council | Votes | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1790 | 1790 British General Election, Orkney and Shetland Result | Parliament of Great Britain | 19 | Elected |
| 1820 | 1820 UK General Election, Orkney and Shetland Result | Parliament of the United Kingdom | Elected |