National Records of Scotland (NRS) welcomes six new Non-Executive Directors (NXDs).
With experience across archives, technology, estates, statistics, and public services, they bring a fresh perspective that will help NRS deliver for the people of Scotland.
Alison Byrne, NRS Chief Executive, said:
“I’m delighted to welcome our new Non-Executive Directors to the team. They bring valuable skills and an outside perspective.
“Our new board members will support our work to modernise, helping us with digital transformation, our data assets, archives and public records, and how the organisation plans for the future.
“Their insight will make a real difference to how we lead and serve, and I’m looking forward to working with them.”
Meet the new NXDs:
Albert King is Chief Data Officer at NHS National Services Scotland. He has over 20 years of experience in data and technology and helped shape Scotland’s AI Strategy. Albert is passionate about using data to improve public services.
John McDonough is University Librarian at Dublin City University. He was previously Director of the Irish National Archives. John brings wide experience in managing public records, digital services and research libraries.
Victoria McGloin is a Scotland-based technology consultant with global experience in enterprise modernisation and digital transformation. She led the technical team who developed Australia's digital birth certificate project and is currently a Lead Enterprise Architect supporting NHS England.
Karis Raeburn is Chief Archivist at the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office. She has worked in archive and information roles across the UK, US and New Zealand, and brings deep knowledge of public records.
Bryan Robertson is Chief Operating Officer at the National Galleries of Scotland. He co-led the project to build the new Scottish Galleries and has more than 25 years of experience in estates, operations, and organisational transformation in the private sector.
Jennet Woolford is a senior statistician at the Office for National Statistics. She has worked in data and population studies for over 30 years and helps make sure statistics support good decision-making across government.
