Motion · S6M-05176 · 22 Jun 2022
Donald Manford's Retirement
The motion
That the Parliament congratulates former Comhairle nan Eilean Siar councillor, Donald Manford, on his retirement; understands that Donald was first elected to represent the Barra and Vatersay ward in the 1999 local elections, and latterly the Barraigh, Bhatarsaigh, Eirisgeigh agus Uibhist a Deas ward until May 2022; recognises that Donald had served as Chair of Comhairle nan Eilean Siar’s Transportation committee and as leader of the SNP group on the council; notes his reputation as a popular councillor, and a passionate advocate for, and a fierce defender of, his own community; acknowledges the considerable contribution that he has made to political life in the Western Isles, and wishes him the best for a long and happy retirement.
Supporters (14)
- Karen Adam Scottish National Party 5 Sep 2025
- Clare Adamson Scottish National Party 5 Sep 2025
- Jeremy Balfour 5 Sep 2025
- Colin Beattie Scottish National Party 5 Sep 2025
- Siobhian Brown Scottish National Party 5 Sep 2025
- Bob Doris Scottish National Party 5 Sep 2025
- Jackie Dunbar Scottish National Party 5 Sep 2025
- Annabelle Ewing 5 Sep 2025
- Fergus Ewing 5 Sep 2025
- Bill Kidd 5 Sep 2025
- Gillian Martin Scottish National Party 5 Sep 2025
- Stuart McMillan Scottish National Party 5 Sep 2025
- David Torrance Scottish National Party 5 Sep 2025
- Evelyn Tweed 5 Sep 2025
Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.