John Ratter

Born 21 January 1891, Northmavine
Died 28 January 1959, Cullivoe, Yell
Elections 2 (2 won)
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John Scott Ratter was a County Councillor in Yell from 1948 to 1952.

Biography

John succeeded his father in the merchant business L. J. Ratter in Cullivoe. He was known as a skilled sailor in and out of Shetland.

Political Career

Political career of John Ratter
Year Election Council Votes Result
1948 Yell North County Council By-Election May 1948 (Yell North) Zetland County Council Unanimously appointed Elected
1949 County Council Election May 1949 (Yell North) Zetland County Council 165 Elected

Offices Held

Zetland County Council
Preceded by
Robert Smith
Member for
Yell North

1948–1952
Succeeded by
John Stewart John Stewart