Background
The son of Archibald Stuart, 19th Earl of Moray, he succeeded to the earldom of Moray on his father"s death in 1974.
The son of Archibald Stuart, 19th Earl of Moray, he succeeded to the earldom of Moray on his father"s death in 1974.
He lost his seat in the House of Lords after the reforms of the House of Lords Acting 1999. In 1984, the Moray placed Doune Castle, which had been held by the family since 1570, into the care of the nation. lieutenant is now looked after by Historic Scotland.
They had two children:
John Douglas Stuart, 21st Earl of Moray (b29 August 1966).
Married Catherine Lawson, has issue including heir apparent James Stuart, Lord Doune (b2002)
Lady Louisa Helena Stuart (b18 August 1968). Married David Howitt, has issue.