The jarl squad comprises elected members who lead the torchlit procession through the streets of Lerwick, Shetland, which, up until 2022, consisted only of men.
ONE of the first female jarl squad members in Lerwick’s Up Helly Aa says the day has been “really good” so far. Jenna Moar is one of four lasses taking part in the 2024 jarl squad today (Tuesday), alongside three cousins, in what is a historic moment for the Lerwick event..
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