The Provost of Fife is the ceremonial head of Fife Council, a Scottish unitary authority covering the historic county of Fife. Along with the duties of an ordinary councillor, it is the Provost's duty to promote the values of the council, provide an example to others and enhance the reputation of the council and Fife.

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Provost of Fife
Incumbent
Jim Leishman
since April 2012
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Formation1150
DeputyJulie Ford
Websitefife.gov.uk
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The Provost is elected every five years by the members of the Council. The title was reinstated in May 2004.[1] The current Provost is Councillor Jim Leishman.

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May 2017 Jim Leishman Julie Ford Leishman was the first ever Provost of Fife to be re-elected.[2]
May 2012 Jim Leishman [3] Kay Morrison [4]
May 2007 Frances Melville Lizz Mogg (Dec 2007)[5] Melville was the first woman to be Provost of Fife.[1]
May 2004 John Simpson [6]
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