Dr Jean Munro Recommended for Freedom of Grantown-on-Spey

Badenoch and Strathspey Area Committee proposes honour for wartime service, academic achievements, and community contributions.

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The Badenoch and Strathspey Area Committee has recommended that Dr Jean Munro be conferred the Freedom of Grantown-on-Spey by The Highland Council.

The recommendation acknowledges Dr Munro's outstanding wartime service, distinguished academic achievements, and exceptional contribution to the heritage and community life of Grantown-on-Spey.
Committee Chair, Councillor Russell Jones, expressed his honour in supporting the proposal, stating that all local councillors unanimously agreed. He highlighted her exceptional service to her country, distinguished contribution to Scottish history and heritage, and her longstanding association with the town.
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"If ever there was a generation that deserved recognition its this one. Dr Munro has spent her entire lifetime in the service of the public and it’s fitting that we recognise that."

Cllr Bill Lobban · Convenor of the Council
The recommendation will now be presented to a meeting of The Highland Council for consideration.
Based on information from the official source: The Highland Council (02/11/2026)