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Dr Eilidh Whiteford

Senior Advisor
eilidh@truenorth.scot

About

Eilidh works across the team at True North providing in-depth policy analysis and advice. As a former MP — she represented Banff and Buchan for over seven years — her insights are shaped by wide-ranging political experience, research skills and knowledge of parliamentary processes at both Westminster and Holyrood.
 
As well as holding the Environment and Rural Affairs, and Work and Pensions portfolios, Eilidh also sat on the Scottish Affairs Select Committee.
 
Prior to her election, Eilidh built a successful career in the third sector, working in senior roles, where she honed her reputation as a strategic thinker and political analyst.  
 
Clients value Eilidh's strategic nous, her breadth of expertise, and her ability to help them navigate the political landscape.

Specialisms

  • Strategic Advice  
  • Political Analysis 
  • In-depth Policy Research 
  • Select Committee Training  
  • Public Affairs and Government Relations
  • Agriculture and Food and Drink