Cllr John Duff

Unitary Councillors

John was elected as the Councillor for the Highland Ward of Perth and Kinross Council in a by-election on 20 April 2018 and is currently Group Leader for the Conservative Opposition. A former Police Superintendent, John was born and brought up in Aberfeldy, went to school at Breadalbane Academy, studied at the University of Glasgow and joined Strathclyde Police in 1981. He retired from the police after 30 years’ service and returned to Aberfeldy where he currently resides together with his wife, Anne. They have two sons.

John has been an Elder with the Church of Scotland for over 30 years and is a former Session Clerk. He is President and Chairman of Aberfeldy Gaelic Choir and a Past President of Aberfeldy Bowling Club.

If you would like to contact John on any matter, he is available on Mobile no: 07826 908542, Office no: 01738 475095 or email [email protected].

Press Articles:

https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/local-news/perthshire-become-dumping-ground-illegal-22009566

https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/in-your-area/successful-bid-pavements-pitlochry-widened-22370717

https://www.pressreader.com/uk/perthshire-advertiser/20200717/281582357936244

https://www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/news/local/perth-kinross/1419563/photo-update-perth-and-kinross-public-toilets-begin-reopening-as-scotland-eases-out-of-lockdown/

https://www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/news/local/perth-kinross/1423991/council-rules-out-investigating-highland-perthshire-wild-camping-by-law-until-pandemic-is-over/

https://www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/news/local/perth-kinross/1230067/aberfeldy-businesses-come-together-to-support-areas-most-vulnerable-during-coronavirus-lockdown/

https://www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/news/local/perth-kinross/1368494/highland-perthshire-economy-faces-devastating-blow-as-redundancy-talks-start-at-hotel-chain/

https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/local-news/seventeen-barely-used-pay-phones-22296861?fbclid=IwAR2x9sg66bOmw3tDy0lF9-5N0agl5yWlzzxuzcXJlK4zeMr8yKxO2tzjaqo

https://www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/news/local/perth-kinross/1348658/two-men-charged-over-spate-of-break-ins-at-aberfeldy-caravan-park/

https://www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/news/local/perth-kinross/1145785/pitlochry-residents-state-whether-they-want-a-plaza-or-cultural-centre/

https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/local-news/where-extra-cash-brexit-gone-14088701

News

Murdo Fraser MSP raises lack of consultation from health body regarding changes to Perthshire community hospitals with Health Minister

Friday, 13 May, 2022

Murdo Fraser MSP raised concerns about a lack of consultation from health bodies regarding changes to Perthshire community hospitals with the Health Minister at the Scottish Parliament. The Scottish Conservative politician, who represents the Mid Scotland and Fife region, recently asked Humza Yousa

'Startling' figures reveal Conservative Governments of Thatcher and Major built more miles of A9 dualling than the SNP

Friday, 18 March, 2022

“Startling” figures have revealed that the Conservative Government of 1979 to 1997 built more miles of dualling of the A9 road between Perth and Inverness than the SNP has done. The statistics, which were provided to Murdo Fraser MSP in a written Parliamentary answer at Holyrood, show that a total

Scottish Conservatives slam 'unnecessary' delay in rolling out flagship R100 broadband scheme in Highland Perthshire

Thursday, 17 March, 2022

Scottish Conservative politicians have slammed the “unnecessary” delay in the SNP rolling out its flagship R100 (Reaching 100%) broadband scheme. Murdo Fraser MSP and Councillor John Duff have both expressed concern at the impact this is having on residents and businesses in Highland Perthshire. T

Conservative Councillor hits out at 'mindless graffiti' on A9 roadside

Wednesday, 16 February, 2022

Conservative Councillor John Duff has hit out at “mindless graffiti” that has been painted on roadside bins and signs along part of the A9 Perth to Inverness road. The politician feels this is spoiling the scenic beauty of the area and incurring unnecessary costs for Perth and Kinross Council.

Murdo Fraser MSP writes to Transport Minister to ask if A9 dualling between Perth and Inverness will be completed

Friday, 12 November, 2021

Murdo Fraser MSP has written to the Transport Minister to ask if the SNP Government will be completing the £3 billion A9 dualling between Perth and Inverness. The Scottish Conservative politician decided to do so after doubt was recently cast on the future of the scheme, following the Minister for

Conservative Councillors express delight that 20mph speed zones will become permanent

Monday, 1 November, 2021

Conservative Councillors have expressed their delight at temporary 20mph speed limits being made permanent across Perth and Kinross. Perth and Kinross Council’s Enterprise and Infrastructure Committee agreed to the move, which will see the speed measures at Dalginross, Rattray, Aberfeldy, Kinnesswo

Scottish Conservatives welcome £250,000 for Rannoch Community Hub from UK Budget

Wednesday, 27 October, 2021

Scottish Conservatives have welcomed the announcement of £250,000 of funding for the ‘Rannoch Hub’ pub and community centre, which was announced in the UK Budget. The funding has been awarded as part of the UK Government’s Community Ownership fund, which was established to empower local commun

Councillors John Duff, Caroline Shiers and Angus Forbes

Conservative Councillors unite to promote The Queen's Green Canopy project

Friday, 24 September, 2021

Three Scottish Conservative Councillors have united to promote the Queen’s Green Canopy Project. The Queen’s Green Canopy (QGC) is a unique tree planting initiative created to mark Her Majesty’s Platinum Jubilee in 2022, which invites people from across the United Kingdom to&nbs

Latest Leaflet from Cllr John Duff

Tuesday, 31 August, 2021

To view the latest newsletter from Cllr John Duff, please click on the link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1IBSaVBb_60BdPzWwhswqw9C4bNL8aQmE/view?…;