Crofting Commission appoints new convener
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Malcolm Mathieson has been named as the new convener of the Crofting Commission.
His appointment comes after the resignation of Rod MacKenzie from both the post of convener and commissioner from the East Highlands.
The change in convener will remain until the election of a new board in 2022.
“Like all organisations, the past 12 months have been difficult with very little access to Great Glen House and staff having to adjust to home working," Mr Mathieson said.
"This has brought about challenges to the commission, but our staff have risen to that challenge and there are some exciting projects currently being undertaken which will continue to improve our operating performance over the next nine months.”
An accountant with extensive board experience across large multinational organisations Mr Mathieson is also a partner in Moy Farm, an 1800-acre hill farm near Fort William.
In addition, he is the owner of Lochaber Lodges, a diversification project of Moy Farm.
He has family ties to both Skye and North Uist and prior to his appointment as convener was vice chair of the commission’s audit and finance committee.
Bill Barron, chief executive of the Crofting Commission said: “The management and staff of the commission were disappointed that Rod decided to leave the post of convener but are delighted that continuity has been achieved by Malcolm being appointed as his replacement.
"We look forward to working with Malcolm in driving forward the continuing progress of the commission.”
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