SNP's Frank Ross named as new Lord Provost of Edinburgh

Councillor Frank Ross has been appointed as the new Lord Provost of the City of Edinburgh.

Lord Provost Frank Ross. Contributed

An elected member for Corstorphine and Murrayfield, the former Depute Council Leader and Economy Convener was sworn into the role at the first meeting of the newly elected City of Edinburgh Council today.

As Edinburgh’s civic head, Lord Provost Frank Ross will convene all further meetings of the Full Council and represent the city on multiple organisations including the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo and Edinburgh International Festival.

He said: “To be appointed as Lord Provost is a great honour and privilege. There is no higher civic honour than being asked to represent the Capital of Scotland on a local and worldwide stage. The diverse elements of civic life must have a voice in our Council chamber and I’ll be working to ensure Edinburgh is as inclusive as possible.

Lord Provost Frank Ross, Picture; Jane Barlow

“Drawing on my time as the city’s economy leader, I hope to ensure Edinburgh remains a thriving and successful capital city which celebrates its international ties. I look forward to showcasing Edinburgh as the unique destination it is.”

Councillor Ross succeeds Councillor Donald Wilson to become the 257th Lord Provost of the City.

He will also take on the position of Lord Lieutenant, greeting members of the Royal Family and visiting heads of state to Edinburgh.

The City of Edinburgh Council’s Chief Executive, Andrew Kerr, added: “As Edinburgh’s Lord Provost, Frank Ross will act as Edinburgh’s ambassador. He will play an esteemed role promoting Scotland’s Capital at home and abroad.

“I would like to take this opportunity to welcome Frank to the role and to thank outgoing Lord Provost Donald Wilson for his term of office.”