Director for Lifelong Learning and Skills
Shirley Laing was appointed Director for Lifelong Learning and Skills in 2024.
Responsibilities
The Director for Lifelong Learning and Skills is responsible for helping shape education and skills opportunities for young people and adult learners across Scotland, including the development of a programme to transform the post-school education and skills landscape.
Biography
Her previous roles have included:
- Director for Tackling Child Poverty and Social Justice
- Director for Housing and Social Justice
Since she joined the civil service (then the Scottish Office) in 1993, Shirley has worked across a range of policy areas including environment and rural, health, education, housing, children and families and the Scottish Prison Service. She has also been private secretary to a cabinet minister.
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