That the Parliament congratulates Professor Mairi Watson on her appointment as Glasgow Caledonian University's new Principal and Vice-Chancellor; notes that she will begin her new role on 1 February 2026 and wishes her every success; understands that Professor Watson brings substantial senior leadership experience, joining from the University of Hertfordshire where she is Deputy Vice-Chancellor, and looks forward to working with Professor Watson to ensure that the university continues to deliver major economic and social benefits in Glasgow and across Scotland in the years ahead.
Supported by: Colin Beattie, Miles Briggs, Bob Doris, Jackie Dunbar, Dr Pam Gosal MBE, Dr Sandesh Gulhane, Bill Kidd, Fulton MacGregor, Pauline McNeill, Paul Sweeney, Evelyn Tweed, Sue Webber, Annie Wells, Tess White, Martin Whitfield, Brian Whittle