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From the Highland Archives: Poor records can be a rich source By Contributor Published: 07:30, 14 February 2021
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Extract from Ross and Cromarty Ordnance Survey map XC, 1881.
THIS week we are moving our focus to the Parish of Rosemarkie on the northern shore of the Moray Firth,
writes the Highland Archive Centre s Jennifer Johnstone.
The parish is surrounded by the neighbouring parishes of Resolis, Cromarty and Avoch and includes the former Royal Burgh of Fortrose.
The Poor Law Amendment (Scotland) Act of 1845 established Parochial Boards (later Parish Councils) in each parish. They administered funds for the poor, gradually removing the responsibility from the church. Those unable to support themselves were eligible to apply for help. This included the elderly, the young and those with a mental or physical disability (including pregnancy).