Chief executive Oliver Reid was placed on what has been described as “special leave” on May 25, with no indication as to if and when he will return. News of Oliver Reid’s sudden “special leave” on May 25 rocked Orkney Islands Council. “I cannot say anything at all in relation to the chief executive or his special leave,” said Councillor Woodbridge. Four years later, she became the youngest council leader in Scotland and OIC’s first female leader. “I really look forward to the election process, and I really enjoy this role,” the council leader added.