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Patrons
The Hebridean Whale and Dolphin Trust are grateful to our patron, Richard Balharry - MBE, for his help, support and representation over the years.
Mr Richard Balharry MBE
HWDT Patron
Richard Balharry was, until 1997, Area Manager of Scottish Natural Heritage and held a number of positions with its predecessor bodies. He was closely involved in the establishment and development of Craig Meagaidh as a National Nature Reserve.
He is presently on the committee for Nature Conservation & Countryside, the National Trust for Scotland and is Chairman of the John Muir Trust. He was awarded an honorary degree from Aberdeen University in 1995, and an MBE in 1996, both for services to Nature Conservation.