We want to thank everyone for the very kind messages we received after the sudden passing of Jacky Carstairs, a highly valued and much-loved member of the Lantra Scotland Team who will be deeply missed.
It is hard to express adequately the positive impact that Jacky had, whether through administering training funds, supporting applicants and providers, supporting Lantra's wider work, and in her role with Rural Skills Scotland. She changed so many lives by helping people to access training and build new careers in our sector.
We know we aren't going to be alone in missing her positive, 'can do' attitude and the professionalism that she brought to everything she was involved with.
You will understand that we are all very shocked by this unexpected loss, and we appreciate your understanding whilst we take some time to recover.
Our thoughts and best wishes are with her family, friends and Rural Skills Scotland colleagues at this very sad time.