Bruce Cartwright CA will take up post as the new Chair of Audit Scotland on 1 October 2026.
He will replace Colin Crosby OBE, the current Chair of Audit Scotland, who demits office on 30 September 2026.
Prior to that, Catherine Mclean will take up post as a non-executive member of the board of Audit Scotland on 10 July 2026. She will replace Jackie Mann, who demits office on 9 July 2026.
About Audit Scotland
Audit Scotland supports the Auditor General and the Accounts Commission to ensure the Scottish Government, and public-sector bodies throughout Scotland, are held to account for the proper, efficient and effective use of approximately £60 billion of public money.
Remuneration
The role of Chair requires a commitment to spend at least 32 days per annum on Audit Scotland board business. The daily rate is £488.28. The post is not pensionable.
The role of non-executive board member requires a commitment to spend at least 24 days per annum on Audit Scotland board business. The daily rate is £380.87. The post is not pensionable.
Roles
The role of the Chair is to lead, motivate and work closely with the other members of Audit Scotland’s board and its staff to set the strategic direction of Audit Scotland.
The role of a non-executive member of the board is to work in partnership with the other members to support the sound governance of Audit Scotland and to provide independent challenge and support to the Executive Team.
Biographical information
Bruce Cartwright CA takes up the role of Chair of Audit Scotland after eight years as Chief Executive Officer of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland.
Recent roles also include Director and Chair of the Global Accountancy Alliance, Director Chartered Accountants Worldwide, the Consultative Committee of Accountancy Bodies and the Centre for Public Interest Audit.
He is a former Partner in the global professional services firm PwC.
Catherine Maclean (new board member) is a Consultant in Acute Medicine with NHS Lanarkshire. She has over 20 years’ experience in frontline clinical practice and has held a number of leadership roles within the NHS, with particular interests in governance, workforce development and organisational culture.
Dr Maclean took part in the UK Boardroom Apprentice programme, where she gained experience of public sector governance and the role of public audit. Her clinical work provides direct insight into the demands on public services and the impact on individuals, communities and the staff working across these areas.
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