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Saturday 20th June, 7pm<\/strong>
\nIonad Tadhail Hebrides People
\nTickets \u00a315 \u2014 limited tickets available
\nRefreshments included
\nReserve online or call 01859 520 258<\/p>\n

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The Civil Service\u2026<\/span>But Not As You Know It
\n<\/span>30 Years as a Customs Officer\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Join Kenny MacLeod as he lifts the lid on three decades in one of the UK\u2019s most surprising and secretive careers. Born and raised on Scalpay, Kenny joined HM Customs & Excise in 1989 as a Coastal Intelligence Officer \u2014 a decision that took him to places and situations he never imagined.<\/span><\/p>\n

In this lively and eye\u2011opening talk, Kenny shares stories from an extraordinary career:<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Remote islands and international operations<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Unexpected challenges and remarkable encounters<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 A demanding, rewarding career often hidden from public view<\/span><\/p>\n

An evening of insight, humour, and stories from a life spent far\u00a0<\/span>beyond the desk.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Please note this is an in person event, held at the Hebrides People Visitor Centre, Northton, Isle of Harris, HS3 3JA.\u00a0<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Please make us aware of any access requirements in advance of the event.\u00a0<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Please keep your order confirmation \u2014 this acts as your digital ticket for the event.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

We reserve the right to cancel or make changes to the event if required. If the event is cancelled, all ticket holders will receive a full refund.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Cuir fios<\/strong>
\ninfo@hebridespeople.com \/\u00a001859 520 258<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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