John Jamieson
| Born | 26 October 1907, Northmavine |
|---|---|
| Died | 28 January 1982, Lerwick |
| Elections | 5 (4 won) |
| Bayanne | Genealogy page |
John Jamieson was a headteacher, agricultural adviser for Shetland, County Councillor and Shetland Islands Councillor, first for Whalsay And Skerries between 1945 and 1947, then Northmavine South between 1972 and 1975, then Northmavine from 1974 to 1978. He unsuccessfully contested the Northmavine seat at the 1978 Shetland Islands Council election.
Biography
He was also Vice-Chairman for Hjaltland Housing Association Ltd. from 1975 until his death in 1982 and Hjaltland-owned John Jamieson Closs in Lerwick is named after him.
Political Career
| Year | Election | Council | Votes | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1945 | County Council Election December 1945 (Whalsay And Skerries) | Zetland County Council | Unopposed | Elected |
| 1972 | Northmavine South County Council By-Election June 1972 (Northmavine South) | Zetland County Council | Unanimously elected | Elected |
| 1973 | County Council Election May 1973 (Northmavine South) | Zetland County Council | Unopposed | Elected |
| 1974 | Shetland Islands Council Election May 1974 (Northmavine) | Shetland Islands Council | Unopposed | Elected |
| 1978 | Shetland Islands Council Election May 1978 (Northmavine) | Shetland Islands Council | 78 | Not elected |
Offices Held
Zetland County Council
Shetland Islands Council