A "makar" is a Scottish term referring to a poet or bard, particularly one associated with a royal court. The term is significant in the context of Scottish literature and cultural history, denoting poets who often held esteemed positions and produced works reflecting the concerns and values of their time.
2002: City of Edinburgh institutes Edinburgh Makar post; Stewart Conn appointed
In 2002, the City of Edinburgh instituted the post of Edinburgh Makar, with a three-year term. Stewart Conn was the first incumbent in 2002.
2002: Makar revived as name for publicly funded poet
In 2002, the term "makar" was revived to name a publicly funded poet, starting in Edinburgh and later extending to Glasgow, Stirling, and Dundee.
2004: The Scots Makar position established; Edwin Morgan appointed
In 2004, the Scottish Parliament established the position of The Scots Makar, a national laureate. Edwin Morgan was directly appointed by the Parliament as Scotland's first official national poet in 2004.
2004: Makar position authorized by Scottish Parliament
In 2004, the Scottish Parliament officially authorized the position of Makar.
2005: Valerie Gillies appointed Edinburgh Makar
In 2005, Valerie Gillies became the Edinburgh Makar, succeeding Stewart Conn.
2008: Ron Butlin appointed Edinburgh Makar
In 2008, Ron Butlin was appointed as the Edinburgh Makar.
2011: Liz Lochhead succeeds Edwin Morgan
In 2011, Liz Lochhead succeeded Edwin Morgan as the Scots Makar.
2011: Ron Butlin term ends
In 2011, Ron Butlin's term as Edinburgh Makar concluded.
2016: Jackie Kay appointed as the third Scots Makar
In 2016, Jackie Kay was announced as the third holder of the post of Scots Makar.
August 2021: Kathleen Jamie announced as fourth Scots Makar
In August 2021, Kathleen Jamie was announced as the fourth holder of the post of Scots Makar.
2021: Hannah Lavery current Edinburgh Makar
As of 2021, Hannah Lavery is the current Edinburgh Makar.
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