Video, 'Trump or bust' - grassroots Republicans are still loyal. In his role, the GP advises the Scottish government on its public health response to the pandemic and often attends the first minister's Covid briefings where he answers questions from the media. She said: "All three bring a wealth of experience and I know they will work collaboratively with health and social care staff across the country as we continue to respond to the Covid pandemic, remobilise NHS Scotland and ensure people access the right care, in the right place.". Appointments have been announced for two new deputy chief medical officers and a new chief pharmaceutical officer for the Scottish Government. A medicine graduate of the University of Glasgow Medical School, Smith served as a general practitioner doctor in Larkhall. Maybe. EH1 3DG, Note: Your feedback will help us make improvements on this site. Video, 'Trump or bust' - grassroots Republicans are still loyal, How Duncan Scott's tunnel vision helped him make history. Programme for Government, Public sector. The health secretary has announced the appointment of Professor Marion Bain to the role of deputy chief medical officer on an interim basis. Click 'Accept all cookies' to agree to all cookies that collect anonymous data. speaking at a coronavirus briefing at St Andrews House in Edinburgh in 2020 Credit: PA/Scottish Government. Coronavirus in Scotland: Who is Dr Gregor Smith? He added that he was "very humbled and grateful" to received the award but said it would not have been possible without his colleagues. Click 'Accept all cookies' to agree to all cookies that collect anonymous data. Prior to this there was one post for both England and Wales, the Chief Medical Officer for England and Wales. Please help us to keep on reporting the news as free to access. 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Comments have been closed on this article. Date received 21 May 2021. Mr O'Meara, 57, said: "I have also attended a bombing, an aircraft crash at Heathrow Airport, I've been held hostage and attended an incident where I was chased with a knife.". Can Nigeria's election result be overturned? "This means a huge amount to me but it is a reflection of the work that a good number of us have undertaken during the course of the coronavirus pandemic.". 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And there is a MBE for Kathleen Dawson, also from Fife, who swam backstroke as part of the world record-beating mixed 4x100m relay team to win gold for Team GB at the Olympics in July. His Majesty's Government (CMO for England and medical adviser to the United Kingdom government) Scottish Government [1] Welsh Government Northern Ireland Executive Each CMO is assisted by one or more Deputy Chief Medical Officers, and complemented by a Chief Nursing Officer . 'Trump or bust' - grassroots Republicans are still loyal. Weve got the most informed readers in Scotland, asking each other the big questions about the future of our country. We use cookies to collect anonymous data to help us improve your site browsing Part of. "This means a huge amount to me but it is a reflection of the work that a good number of us have undertaken during the course of the coronavirus pandemic.". Smith was confirmed as the permanent job holder in December 2020. Appointments have been announced for two new deputy chief medical officers and a new chief pharmaceutical officer for the Scottish Government. They include Joseph Freedman, for services to the Jewish community in Glasgow during the pandemic, and Dr Adaeze Ifezulike, a GP from Aberdeen for services to health inequality in minority communities in Scotland. Paul Fairie, the head of operations at Glasgow's Lighthouse Laboratory that has processed more than 20 million Covid tests joins Mr Freedman and Dr Ifezulike in being made MBEs. Lets get that debate started! Bakhmut attacks being repelled, says Ukraine, Saving Private Ryan actor Tom Sizemore dies at 61, US lawyer jailed for murdering wife and son, The children left behind in Cuba's mass exodus, Xi Jinping is unveiling a new deputy - why it matters, Snow, Fire and Lights: Photos of the Week. The Scottish Ambulance Service's general manager of events Pat O'Meara has been awarded the Queen's Ambulance Medal. Dr Smith was appointed interim chief medical officer in April 2020, less than a fortnight into the first national lockdown, following the resignation of his predecessor. Following the sudden resignation of Calderwood in April 2020, Smith was requested by the Scottish Government to act as interim Chief Medical Officer for Scotland, taking a lead role in the Scottish Government response to COVID-19 pandemic in Scotland. The DCMOs also work with the Chief Scientist (Health) and other doctors seconded to the Civil Service from the NHS. SPF produced material during the pandemic. As a subscriber, you are shown 80% less display advertising when reading our articles. Paralympic gold medallist Owen Miller, from Fife, has also been made a MBE following his victorious debut in Tokyo in the T20 1500m, for athletes who compete with learning or intellectual impairments. She's also Honorary Professor at Glasgow Caledonian University and Honorary Consultant in HIV Medicine at NHS Lothian. 2023 BBC. Recipients wear the initials CH after their name, CBE - Commander of the Order of the British Empire, OBE - Officer of the Order of the British Empire, MBE - Member of the Order of the British Empire. The chief medical officer had fronted TV and radio adverts urging the public to stay at home to save lives and protect the NHS, and took part in daily televised media briefings alongside Ms Sturgeon. Image source, Scottish government. Location. St Andrews House Meanwhile, Prof Ailsa Hall is to receive an OBE for her decades of work in environmental protection and epidemiology and Prof Anne Magurran will receive an CBE for services to biodiversity. Realistic Medicine is not about failing to offer treatments. More recently, some appointees have been senior clinicians without training in public health medicine. Were only as strong as the colleagues who support us and I am proud to work with an incredibly dedicated team of clinicians. It is important that we continue to promote these adverts as our local businesses need as much support as possible during these challenging times. You can change your cookie settings at any time. 2023 BBC. Appointments have been announced for two new deputy chief medical officers and a new chief pharmaceutical officer for the Scottish Government. The Scottish Police Federation (SPF) represents some 18000 officers, including cadets and special constables, holding ranks up to Chief Inspector. Among the academics recognised are three leading researchers at the University of St Andrews. Dr Gregor Smith has been Scotland's chief medical officer since April 2020. contact IPSO here, 2001-2023. Edinburgh-born multimedia journalist, and always available for freelance work. Professor Bain will work alongside the other interim deputy chief medical officer Dr Nicola Steedman and will support chief medical officer Dr Gregor Smith. Can Nigeria's election result be overturned? Scotland's chief medical officer, Catherine Calderwood, has quit after facing intense criticism for breaking her own rules to twice visit her second home during the coronavirus outbreak. THE Scottish Government has announced two new deputy chief medical officers and a new chief pharmaceutical officer. inaccuracy or intrusion, then please They will all play a key role in ensuring that health and social care advice informs our work across the board and adds value to our pandemic response.. ", "New Year Honours: Chief Medical Officer Gregor Smith knighted", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Gregor_Smith&oldid=1065517742, Pages containing London Gazette template with parameter supp set to y, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, This page was last edited on 13 January 2022, at 23:54. He served as the Director for Primary Care at NHS Lanarkshire, before being appointed Deputy Chief Medical Officer for Scotland in 2015. And Graeme Anderson, who was the lead events planning officer for Tayside Division is to be presented with an MBE for services to event planning and law and order in Dundee. And Dr Liz Cameron, director of the Scottish Chambers of Commerce, said she was "deeply honoured and humbled" to be awarded a CBE for services to the promotion of Scotland and UK international trade. Alex Murdaugh jailed for life for double murder, AOC under investigation for Met Gala dress, Mother who killed her five children euthanised, Zoom boss Greg Tomb fired without cause, The children left behind in Cuba's exodus, Biden had skin cancer lesion removed - White House, US sues Exxon over nooses found at Louisiana plant. There are four chief medical officers in the United Kingdom: Professor Chris Whitty, the CMO for England and to the UK government; Dr Michael McBride the CMO to the Northern Ireland executive; Dr Gregor Smith, the CMO to the Scottish government; and, Dr Frank Atherton the CMO to the Welsh government. The managerial structure within the Governments Chief Medical Officer's Office. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. He added that he was "very humbled and grateful" to received the award but said it would not have been possible without his colleagues. It is about supporting people using healthcare services, and their families, to feel empowered to discuss their treatment. Scotland's chief medical officer has been knighted in a New Year's Honours list that celebrates health workers and Olympic athletes. Among the academics recognised are three leading researchers at the University of St Andrews. She was backed by First Minister Nicola Sturgeon, who said Dr Calderwood had made a mistake but should stay in her job. Copyright 2007-2023 STV. Image caption, Dr Gregor Smith has been Scotland's chief medical officer since April 2020. I attacha copy of all of the information you requested. . By. Sir Gregor Ian Smith is a Scottish general practitioner (GP), who has served as the Chief Medical Officer for Scotland since December 2020. Can Nigeria's election result be overturned? Phyllis Stephen. Former St Johnstone chairman Geoffrey Brown, who rescued the football club from financial difficulty in 1986, has been made an OBE for services to Scottish football and to the community in Perth. 9 reviews 6 salaries reported. Appointments have been announced for two new deputy chief medical officers and a new chief pharmaceutical officer for the Scottish Government. Unfortunately, though, these important debates are being spoiled by a vocal minority of trolls who arent really interested in the issues, try to derail the conversations, register under fake names, and post vile abuse. Judi Heaton, who recently retired as an assistant chief constable, head of road policing Chief Supt Louise Blakelock, and Ch Insp Marlene Baillie will each receive the Queen's Police Medal. [1], Smith was appointed as Deputy Chief Medical Officer for Scotland in 2015, serving with Catherine Calderwood who was appointed Chief Medical Officer.[2]. Please do not provide any personal information, All content is available under the Open Government Licence v3.0, except for graphic assets and where otherwise stated, providing policy advice to Scottish Ministers on healthcare and public health, leading medical and public health professionals to improve the mental and physical wellbeing of people in Scotland, providing clinical advice on professional standards and guidelines, investing in research, particularly related to the NHS, encouraging young people to take up jobs in the medical and public health sector. Health Secretary Jeane Freeman announced the move at the Scottish Government's daily coronavirus briefing. That's why changing our style to sharing decisions with our patients is one of our priorities. Professor Ellis takes up his new post on 6 September 2021, and joins the Scottish Government on secondment from NHS Lanarkshire. The former GP stepped in as interim CMO in April when Catherine. Professor Strath has been working within the Scottish Government since 2002, initially as Principal Pharmaceutical Officer and, since October 2020, as interim Chief Pharmaceutical Officer. The former GP stepped in as interim CMO in April when Catherine Calderwood quit after breaking lockdown rules. Her deputy is Dr Gregor Smith, a GP and former medical director for primary care in NHS Lanarkshire. Chief Medical Officer Sir Chris Whitty weighed in too, telling Boris on WhatsApp he'd personally "think twice" before introducing shielding again, after it was first tried in March 2020. ", "Dr Gregor Smith confirmed as Scotland's chief medical officer", "Coronavirus in Scotland: Who is Dr Gregor Smith? Scott thrilled to 'fall short' & make history, Xi Jinping is unveiling a new deputy - why it matters, Bakhmut attacks being repelled, says Ukraine, Saving Private Ryan actor Tom Sizemore dies at 61, The children left behind in Cuba's mass exodus, Snow, Fire and Lights: Photos of the Week. Judi Heaton, who recently retired as an assistant chief constable, head of road policing Chief Supt Louise Blakelock, and Ch Insp Marlene Baillie will each receive the Queen's Police Medal. Video'Trump or bust' - grassroots Republicans are still loyal, Why Trudeau is facing calls for a public inquiry, The shocking legacy of the Dutch 'Hunger Winter'. Dr Catherine Calderwood quit after the Scottish Sun published photos showing her breaking Covid travel rules to visit her second home. August 11, 2021 10:31 am. 18. "That is not a risk either of us is willing to take.". Duncan Scott will be able to add an MBE to his history-making medal haul from the Tokyo Olympics. 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Why Alex Murdaugh was spared the death penalty, 'Trump or bust' - grassroots Republicans are still loyal. Shared Decision Making. Blair becomes 'Sir Tony' and joins top royal order, Lumley and Redgrave made dames by the Queen, Whitty and Van-Tam knighted in New Year Honours. Edinburgh Cabinet Secretary for Health and Social Care, Minister for Mental Wellbeing and Social Care, Minister for Public Health, Women's Health and Sport, Chief Executive of NHS Scotland and Director-General Health and Social Care, Scottish Government The Scottish Ambulance Service's general manager of events Pat O'Meara has been awarded the Queen's Ambulance Medal. 2023 BBC. "Social distancing is the key intervention to curtail the spread of coronavirus and it is essential that the instructions are followed to protect each other, take strain from the NHS and save lives. leading medical and public health professionals to improve the mental and physical wellbeing of people in Scotland providing clinical advice on professional standards and guidelines investing in research, particularly related to the NHS encouraging young people to take up jobs in the medical and public health sector Who we are She is an Honorary Consultant Physician in Sexual Health and HIV at the Regional Infectious Diseases Unit of the Western General Hospital in Edinburgh. Dr Calderwood had earlier been given a police warning for breaking the lockdown rules after the Scottish Sun published photographs taken on Saturday of her and her family visiting Earlsferry in Fife - more than an hour's drive from her main family home in Edinburgh. Scott thrilled to 'fall short' & make history, Alex Murdaugh jailed for life for double murder, Why the disgraced lawyer was spared death penalty, Saving Private Ryan actor Tom Sizemore dies at 61, The children left behind in Cuba's mass exodus, Xi Jinping is unveiling a new deputy - why it matters, Snow, Fire and Lights: Photos of the Week. Professors Nicola Steedman and Graham Ellis are the new deputy chief medical officers while Professor Alison Strath is the new chief pharmaceutical officer. Please do not provide any personal information, All content is available under the Open Government Licence v3.0, except for graphic assets and where otherwise stated. This site is part of Newsquest's audited local newspaper network. Chief Medical Officer Dr Gregor Smith said: Scotlands response to the pandemic has been informed by a strong clinical team, working around the clock and adapting to change in unprecedented circumstances. Read about our approach to external linking. Dr Calderwood issued an apology on Sunday morning and said she did not want her "mistake" to distract from the guidance on social distancing. 369. Scott's parents had originally planned to go to Tokyo but had to cancel their plans when the Games were rescheduled because of the pandemic. Mr Scott, 70, was first elected as the area's Conservative MSP in a 2000 by-election, holding the seat in four subsequent elections. These permanent appointments ensure we continue the high quality work which started even before the pandemic, but which will prove vital as we recover from coronavirus.. The guitar-playing medic, who was formally appointed last December, often shares his love of music on his Twitter account, including bands such as The Foo Fighters and Iron Maiden. Professors Nicola Steedman and Graham. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused. Members of the emergency services have also been honoured. Those ads you do see are predominantly from local businesses promoting local services. The first minister announced later on Sunday that Dr Calderwood would not be be attending any more briefings "for the foreseeable future" and would no longer be the face of the coronavirus public information campaign. Scottish Government appoints senior health officers. Read about our approach to external linking. In Autumn 2020 he was instrumental in setting up an Older Peoples Directorate within the Safety and Quality Improvement Division of Scottish Government. He also described his role as a "privilege and a pleasure" and praised those he had worked with for their contribution to the virus response. Who is Dr Gregor Smith, Scotlands interim chief medical officer. Scotland's chief medical officer has resigned after making two trips to her second home during the coronavirus lockdown. Dr Gregor Smith has been confirmed as Scotland's chief medical officer (CMO) on a permanent basis. Average salary for Scottish Government Chief Medical Officer in Carnwath, Scotland: [salary]. He previously served in the position of Deputy Chief Medical Officer and from April 2020, until his appointment, served as Chief Medical Officer on an interim basis. contact the editor here. Sir Gregor Ian Smith is a Scottish general practitioner (GP), who has served as the Chief Medical Officer for Scotland since December 2020. The conversation will go back to what it should be about people who care passionately about the issues, but disagree constructively on what we should do about them. The images emerged amid continuing advice from the Scottish government, the chief medical officer herself, and other leading medical professionals to stay at home in order to save lives and . Scottish government. -. The Chief Medical Officer is a qualified medical doctor whose medical speciality traditionally was public health medicine, and whose work focused on the health of communities rather than health of individuals. Canadian grandma helps police snag phone scammer, AOC under investigation for Met Gala dress, Mother who killed her five children euthanised, Ukraine repels 'numerous attacks' in Bakhmut, Zoom boss Greg Tomb fired without cause, The children left behind in Cuba's exodus. In politics, long-serving former Labour MP Tommy McAvoy has been knighted for his political and public service. [3], The historic post was created in Victorian times to help to prevent cholera and other epidemics. In a career spanning 23 years he been involved in major incidents, including the Clutha helicopter crash, the George Square bin lorry tragedy and the Stockline Plastics Factory explosion. Image caption, Dr Gregor Smith has been Scotland's chief medical officer since April 2020. A keen iPhoneographer! In politics, long-serving former Labour MP Tommy McAvoy has been knighted for his political and public service. HP10 9TY. She later admitted during a televised press briefing that she had also made another visit to the property in Fife last weekend with her husband, but insisted she would be remaining in her post. Email: ceu@gov.scot Are you sure you want to delete this comment? Dr Maggie Ellis, of the school of psychology and Neuroscience in the university, has been awarded an MBE for her dedication to improving the lives of people with dementia. Professor Ellis has been working within the Scottish Government since November 2019, initially as a clinical adviser to the CMO and latterly as Senior Medical Officer for Ageing and Health. The estimated salary for a chief medical officer is 71,585 per year in Redruth TR15. Read about our approach to external linking. Nicola Sturgeon has appointed Professor Marion Bain as Scotland's second deputy chief medical officer FIRST Minister Nicola Sturgeon has appointed Professor Marion Bain to the role of deputy chief medical officer on an interim basis. He stepped into the leadership role after Dr Calderwood's resignation over her trips to her second home in Fife in the early weeks of the coronavirus lockdown. Dr Gregor Smith has been Scotland's chief medical officer since April 2020, Duncan Scott has became the first British athlete to win four medals at a single games, Lord McAvoy was the MP for Glasgow Rutherglen for 23 years, Dr Maggie Ellis has been recognised for a lifetime researching methods to help those with dementia, their families and carers, Pat O'Meara (left), pictured with Scotland's national clinical director Prof Jason Leitch, recently led the Scottish Ambulance Service's planning and response to COP26, 'Trump or bust' - grassroots Republicans are still loyal. Professors Nicola Steedman and Graham Ellis are the new deputy chief medical officers. There are four CMOs in the United Kingdom who are appointed to advise their respective governments: Each CMO is assisted by one or more Deputy Chief Medical Officers, and complemented by a Chief Nursing Officer. Your cookie preferences have been saved. Scotland's chief medical officer . They include Joseph Freedman, for services to the Jewish community in Glasgow during the pandemic, and Dr Adaeze Ifezulike, a GP from Aberdeen for services to health inequality in minority communities in Scotland.