Children's Hospices Across Scotland (Chas) welcomed board member George Reid, as the new chair of the national children's hospice service charity. George was officially appointed following the Chas 25th annual general meeting and was welcomed by staff, volunteers and families using Rachel House, during an afternoon tea. He succeeds Professor Gordon Dickson, who after 12 years of voluntary service to Chas, is retiring. Over the past 12 years, Professor Dickson has been central to the charity's success as it has evolved not only its care and support, but children's palliative care as a whole. George Reid joined the Chas board of directors in 2009, bringing with him a wealth of experience from the financial sector.

Rachel Smith has joined Waverley Care as its new head of income generation, moving from her previous role as head of corporate partnerships at Alzheimer Scotland. She said: "Waverley Care is a hugely respected and much admired charity across Scotland, and I'm delighted to have the opportunity to join the team, in this new role. I look forward to working with Grant and the team at Waverley Care and in particular, taking on the challenges outlined in the new strategic plan."

Alexander Close has been appointed Scotland manager with the Institute of Fundraising. He will be leading its team to support and represent fundraisers throughout the country. Alex has more than a decade’s experience in politics and communications on both sides of the Atlantic. He recently led the British Consulate’s press, politics and public affairs team in Chicago. Previous roles include policy and communications manager with Age Scotland.