Play Scotland appoints Mary Ramsay as CEO

Play Scotland has appointed Mary Ramsay as its new Chief Executive. She will take up the role in August, replacing Marguerite Hunter Blair OBE, who announced that she is stepping down after almost 20 years in the post.

Ramsay joins Play Scotland from the Scottish Childminding Association where she has worked since 2021, following a previous role in Care and Learning Alliance. With 18 years in the childcare sector, she brings a wealth of experience and knowledge of the national and local play landscape, alongside 17 years of service as an Army Reservist.

Ramsay said: “Marguerite has been an inspiring and tireless advocate for children’s right to play, and I am grateful for the strong foundation she has built. I look forward to building on Marguerite’s legacy.”