Robert Deans

Born 18 August 1754, East Lothian
Died 24 April 1834, Lerwick
Elections 3 (3 won)
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Robert Deans was a merchant in Lerwick. He came to Shetland for the repair of Fort Charlotte on 24th March 1781, and was appointed tacksman at Gremista. He was also a Town Councillor between 1818 and 1820, and again from 1823 to 1829. In 1791, he was tasked to draw up plans for a Poorhouse with John Murray. In 1815 he was employed by Feuars and Heritors.

Political Career

Political career of Robert Deans
Year Election Council Votes Result
1818 Lerwick Town Council Election April 1818 Lerwick Town Council Elected as councillor Elected (councillor)
1823 Lerwick Town Council Election September 1823 Lerwick Town Council Elected as councillor Elected (councillor)
1826 Lerwick Town Council Election September 1826 Lerwick Town Council Elected as councillor Elected (councillor)