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Motion · S6M-11295 · 15 Nov 2023

Fair Isle Postmistress Recognised for 30 Years Running the UK’s Most Remote Post Office

Lodged by Beatrice Wishart Standard Motion 23 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament congratulates Fiona Mitchell for 30 years’ service running the UK’s most remote post office, in Fair Isle, Shetland; understands that Fiona became Fair Isle’s postmistress in 1993, having previously run a respite care for people with additional needs in Shetland; further understands that, together with her husband, Robert, she also sells groceries and household goods, and provides personal and business banking services; notes that Fair Isle, known globally for its knitwear, is situated 24 miles south of Shetland's mainland, has a population of around 60, and is one of the most geographically remote inhabited island in the UK; praises Fiona, who also works as a firefighter and teaches art at the Fair Isle primary school, for her role in providing essential services to the community, staying open throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, and regularly dealing with unpredictable weather, and wishes her well as she celebrates this milestone.

Supporters (23)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.