Lord Provost
Americannoun
noun
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Dr Kelly, who was the city's Lord Provost from 1980-1984, said tackling the rise of racism and xenophobia needed to be a top priority for the likes of Glasgow City Council and Police Scotland.
From BBC ● Jun. 14, 2026
It will arrive at the Town House, where the team will be welcomed by Lord Provost David Cameron for a civic reception.
From BBC ● May 25, 2025
Meanwhile in Scotland, the Queen on Thursday was on a solo visit to Aberdeen Art Gallery when she was asked about the King's health by the Lord Provost.
From BBC ● Jan. 18, 2024
Edinburgh's Lord Provost said it was "disgusting and disrespectful".
From BBC ● Nov. 14, 2022
In 1710, for instance, the Lord Provost and magistrates of Glasgow had petitioned that the foot-post to Edinburgh might be converted into a horse-post.
From The History of the Post Office From Its Establishment Down to 1836 by Joyce, Herbert
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