NFU Scotland has welcomed Lee Smith as the new Regional Policy Advisor for Shetland.
Lee works with Margaret Farquhar, the well-known NFU Mutual agent in Shetland and is now, alongside her NFU Mutual role, part of the NFU Scotland regional team, headed up by James Buchanan, National Operations Manager. Members can contact Lee on 07554 741030 or
lee.smith@nfus.org.uk
Commenting on the exciting appointment, Lee said: “I come from a crofting background and help my husband and family run a large croft. We predominantly breed commercial ewes, but also breed a small flock of Suffolk ewes and we’ve recently bought our son a small flock of Cheviot ewes to allow him to develop his passion in crofting. In addition, we also have small duck egg business providing local shops with free range duck eggs.
“I’ve definitely got a keen interest in crofting and am aware of the challenges and opportunities unique to Shetland crofters and farmers. I’ll generally be at work during office hours on a Monday to Thursday and am looking forward to speaking and meeting members from across Shetland over the coming months.”
Local secretary Margaret added: “Lee has joined our small team at the NFU Office, Lerwick. She will have a joint role serving both NFU Mutual policyholders and the crofters and farmers in Shetland through NFU Scotland. I am looking forward to working with Lee, who is enthusiastic, approachable, and friendly. She will be a real asset to the business.”
Commenting on Lee’s appointment, NFU Scotland’s National Operations Manager, James Buchanan, said: “I am pleased to have Lee join the NFU Scotland team as our new Regional Advisor for Shetland. Lee is already known to many of the members, and it is great to welcome someone on board who has a real connection to crofting and farming in the region.
“I ask the membership to make themselves known to Lee at the events and meetings throughout the year and I know Lee is looking forward working with Regional Chair Cecil Eunson and our well-known secretary Margaret to make sure the views and opinions of Shetland are well represented.”
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