Professor Charles Milne has been appointed director at Food Standards Agency Scotland (FSAS), as successor to the current director, Dr George Paterson, CBE, who is due to retire in June.
Milne is currently the chief veterinary officer in Scotland, a post he has held since 2003. He studied at the Royal Veterinary College, London, qualifying as a vet in 1985 and has wide experience of public veterinary service, including active involvement in national emergencies.Tim Smith, chief executive of the FSA, said: “Milne has very strong experience of operating within the Scottish Government and working with Whitehall, the EU and internationally. His experience as Scotland’s CVO means he will bring with him a real understanding of many of the issues that the Agency faces. I am delighted at his appointment and I look forward to working with him.”