ONE of Scotland’s top cancer charities has announced the appointment of its new Chief Executive.

Graham Soutar will take on the role of CEO at Beatson Cancer Charity after the departure of David Welch, who headed up the creation of the charity in 2014.

Having held senior executive roles in finance and management for more than 30 years, Greenock-born Graham brings international experience in senior level management.

He said: “It’s an honour to be appointed to this position and I’m looking forward to the many challenges and opportunities.

"With some pioneering projects in the pipeline, I’m keen to raise awareness of the life-changing work this charity does every day.”

Graham has acted as interim chief executive and has been responsible for the day to day running of the charity since former CEO David Welch’s departure earlier this year to become the new Chief Executive of Leeds Hospital Charitable Foundation.