Tributes have been paid by Orkney Islands Council to North Isles Councillor Kevin Woodbridge, who passed away at the weekend following a short illness.
Councillor Woodbridge was elected to the Council in 2017
Council Convener Harvey Johnston said:
“Members were shocked and deeply saddened when we were informed of Kevin’s untimely passing.
“He was a dedicated and highly respected Councillor who brought a valuable mix of intelligence, dignity and humility to the chamber.
” Kevin was a real gentleman who will be sadly missed and our thoughts are with his family.”
The Council flag will fly at half-mast at School Place from today.
Councillor Woodbridge was Chair of the Orkney Ferries Board, vice-chair of the Orkney Health and Care committee and a member of the Development and Infrastructure, Monitoring and Audit, Policy and Resources, and Planning Committees