The chief executive of the NHS in Scotland has resigned on health grounds.
Malcolm Wright quit due to an underlying medical condition.
Wright had previously held senior health service posts covering Tayside, Grampian, Dumfries and Galloway and Edinburgh Sick Children’s NHS Trust.
Announcing the resignation, Health Secretary Jeanne Freeman said:
“I am very sorry that Malcolm Wright has had to resign from the Chief Executive of NHS Scotland and DG Health and Social Care role. I know this was a difficult decision but one he has had to make for medical reasons.
“He leaves with my greatest respect and gratitude. I have valued the wealth of knowledge and experience that he brought to the role, especially at this challenging time. I wish him well for a happy and healthy future.
John Connaghan, Chief Performance Officer NHS Scotland and Director of Delivery and Resilience, has been appointed interim Chief Executive of NHS Scotland.
