Royal Highland & Agricultural Society of Scotland appoints new chief executive

Alex Paterson previously served as chief executive of Historic Environment Scotland and the Highlands and Islands Enterprise

Rachael Brown
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Alex Paterson, new chief executive at RHASS
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Alex Paterson, new chief executive at RHASS

The Royal Highland & Agricultural Society of Scotland (RHASS) has announced Alex Paterson as its new chief executive. Scottish agriculture Mr Paterson previously served as chief executive of Historic...

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