Appointments

Veterans Housing Scotland has announced the appointment of Alexander Douglas Douglas-Hamilton, the 16th Duke of Hamilton and 13th Duke of Brandon, as the charity’s new president. Titled the Marquess of Douglas and Clydesdale from birth until 2010 when his father, Angus, the 15th Duke of Hamilt

West of Scotland Housing Association (WSHA) has appointed Valerie Wilson as its new director of finance. Ms Wilson will be responsible for the development of strategy, policy and performance in respect of finance and ensuring the overall financial wellbeing of WSHA and its subsidiaries.

Dundee City Council has appointed Tony Boyle as its executive director of neighbourhood services. Mr Boyle, who is currently head of environment within the service, has been with Dundee City Council since 2018.

The campaign group formed to keep Reidvale Housing Association as a community-controlled housing association has hit out at the appointment of new interim directors and called for public support for change ahead of a Special General Meeting (SGM) next week.

Sector body Homes for Scotland (HFS) has strengthened its executive team with two new key appointments. Kevin Murphy has joined as head of planning, while David Raine is taking on the wide-ranging role of policy manager.

Cairn Housing Association has appointed Chris Milburn as its new customer services director. Mr Milburn brings with him a wealth of experience, having served as customer services director at Hanover (Scotland) Housing Association since 2014.

Edinburgh-based estate agent Simpson & Marwick has bolstered its East Lothian operation by appointing Hannah Graham as area director. Mrs Graham steps up from her position as associate director, her promotion coming as part of a six-figure investment by the firm in its North Berwick office.

Neil Clapperton is to step down as chief executive of Lochalsh & Skye Housing Association following discussions with the board. A statement issued by the Association said it has been "mutually agreed that it is the appropriate time for Neil to move onto new opportunities".

Clyde Valley Housing Association (CVHA) has appointed Natalya Macholla as its new finance and corporate services director. With a distinguished career spanning various leadership roles in the housing sector, Natalya brings invaluable expertise and a dynamic vision to the association's leadership tea

Forgewood and Garrion People’s Housing Cooperatives have welcomed Paul Lennon as their new director. Following the announcement that Cathy Brien was retiring from her position as director, the two cooperatives engaged the services of EVH to support them in taking forward a rigorous recrui

Bield has appointed a new director of assets in a bid to meet the housing needs of future generations of older people. Drew Moore will lead Bield's Strategic Asset Management Strategy (SAMS) – in which the housing provider commits to investing £225 million in the next decade to support h

The Scottish Procurement Alliance (SPA) has strengthened its business team after joining forces with a renowned industry veteran. With 19 years of experience and expertise in managing high-value contracts, Ross Barty steps into the role of regional business manager at the framework specialist.

Housebuilder Lovell has brought Tony Rankin on board as its new regional managing director in Scotland. Bringing more than 20 years of experience in the house building industry, plus over a decade working in local government, Tony will take the helm to help drive the businessforward.

The Kingdom Group has appointed James Hudson as its new asset management director. A passionate social housing professional and current chair of the CIH North East Regional Board, James has a proven track record of providing strategic leadership in the development and delivery of corporate objective

Crosswind Developments, the team behind a proposed development that promises 3,000 new homes in the west of Edinburgh, has appointed Steve Dunlop as its new chair. Mr Dunlop’s appointment follows the recent passing of previous chair and former chancellor of the exchequer, Lord Alistair Darling