Paul Gibb

• Appointment term: March 2023 - March 2027
• Appointed via local election
• Committee membership: Audit and Risk Committee
• Committee Deputy Convener: Planning Committee
• External representation: Not applicable 

Paul Gibb is the community representative for electoral ward five of the Cairngorms National Park covering areas of Aberdeenshire, Angus and Perth and Kinross. Communities in this ward include Ballater and Braemar. 

Paul is a geologist and has worked in the oil and gas industry for over 30 years. Currently resident in Aberdeenshire, Paul has lived for a significant number of years in continental Europe, the Middle East and Asia. Paul’s experience managing his own business and his time as an Aberdeenshire Councillor has given him a broad understanding of the needs of residents and businesses. He is keen to support the local economy, including addressing areas such as affordable housing and improved transport links, and is interested in exploring options for improved long-term catchment management for both the Dee and the Don rivers.

Register of interests: 

Category 1: Remuneration  

• Managing Director of Coutts Gibb Ltd
• Consultant Geologist at Geotechnical Solution and Services 

Category 2: Other roles 

• None 

Category 3: Contracts 

• None 

Category 4: Election expenses 

• None 

Category 5: Houses, land and buildings 

• None 

Category 6: Interest in shares and securities 

• Own 70% shares in Coutts Gibb Ltd 

Category 7: Gifts and hospitality 

• None 

Category 8: Non-financial interests 

• None 

Category 9: Close family members 

• None