Robert Isbister

Born 24 December 1853, Boddam
Died 14 May 1907, Sumburgh, Dunrossness
Elections 3 (3 won)
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Robert Henry Isbister was a clerk, business partner and County Councillor from 1898 until his death in 1907.

Biography

Robert was heavily involved in public life, as chairman of the Parish Council of Dunrossness, a member of the School Board, a Justice of the Peace and the Vice Chair of the Broonie's Taing Pier Trust.

Political Career

Political career of Robert Isbister
Year Election Council Votes Result
1898 County Council Election December 1898 (Dunrossness North) Zetland County Council Unopposed Elected
1901 County Council Election December 1901 (Dunrossness North) Zetland County Council Unopposed Elected
1904 County Council Election December 1904 (Dunrossness North) Zetland County Council Unopposed Elected

Offices Held

Zetland County Council
Preceded by
Charles Whyte Charles Whyte
Member for
Dunrossness North

1898–1907
Succeeded by
James Budge (i)