McAdam stepping down as SLE chief

The chief executive of Scottish Land and Estates (SLE), Doug McAdam, is stepping down from his role.

Mr McAdam has served as chief executive and a director of SLE and its predecessor organisation, the Scottish Rural Property and Business Association, for 10 years.

He is said to be leaving the organisation to pursue other interests and it is believed he will depart later this week.

“I am very proud of the progress we have made under my watch.

“We are now seen as a progressive, evidence-led organisation and one whose input is now actively sought out in helping shape rural policy, legislation and regulation,” said Mr McAdam.

“Our relationships with Government and other key stakeholders are strong and our membership is healthy and in good heart.

“I am particularly proud of the staff team I have built over the last decade and I know that as I move on to develop my own interests the organisation is in very good hands.”

SLE chairman David Johnstone, said: “We are extremely grateful to Doug for the tremendous contribution he has made on behalf of our membership and also the wider rural community.

“He has been instrumental in ensuring our organisation modernised and effectively represents land-based businesses.

“Doug is a passionate advocate for the interests of rural Scotland, and we wish him the very best for the future.”

Picture: Ian Jacobs Doug McAdam is stepping down from his role as chief executive of SLE.