Inverness city centre safety boss set to retire
A leading figure in helping ensure Inverness city centre is safe for users is getting set to step down from the role after eight years.
Inverness Business Improvement District (BID) community safety manager John McDonald will step down from his role on March 28.
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A former superintendent with the former Northern Constabulary he has played a key role in making sure the city centre is a welcoming place.
BID chairman Gordon McIntosh, of Munro and Noble Solicitors and Estate Agents, said: "John has been an outstanding member of the BID team, and his efforts over many years have significantly contributed to ensuring the safety of our city centre.
“On behalf of the BID board and team we would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to John and to wish him a very happy retirement."
Succeeding Mr McIntosh will be Owen McManus, former manager of Marks and Spencer in Inverness.
He said: "During my time as a BID director I developed a strong appreciation for BID's substantive role in the city centre.
“BID as an organisation is driven by its commitment to delivering tangible outcomes and adding value for city centre businesses, so when this opportunity arose, it felt like a natural fit.
“My experience in retail means I understand the issues and I am keen to build on John’s excellent work to help make a difference."
BID vice-chairman Chris Kershaw - manager of the Eastgate Shopping Centre - added: "John's experience and hands-on approach has had a positive impact on the city centre, and he will be greatly missed.
“We do however also warmly welcome Owen to the team and we very much look forward to his contributions and him bringing a new perspective to the role.”
