Our Board in 2025/ 2026

SCRA operates under the direction of an eight person Board.

As a Non-Departmental Public Body, SCRA’s Board – although acting independently – is ultimately accountable to Scottish Ministers, and Board Members are appointed by Ministers.

Our Board Members reflect a wide range of experiences and backgrounds in relation to children and young people.

The Board plays a significant role in setting the strategic direction of SCRA, and in challenging the organisation to ensure we deliver our plans.

More information about our Board, including a full Register of Board Members’ Interests, can be found on our website at www.scra.gov.uk.

Here’s details about our Board Members in 2025/2026:

Chair
Cathie Cowan (appointed 2024)

Board Members
Kay Barton (appointed 2021)

Lynne Clow (appointed 2024)

Lorraine Moore (appointed 2021)

Steve Renwick (appointed 2024)

Hazel Smith (appointed 2022)

Ying Zhang (appointed 2022)

Jim Edgar (retired January 2026)