Director of Environment and Forestry

Dr David Signorini

Contact

Address

Director
Environment and Forestry
Victoria Quay
The Shore
Edinburgh
EH6 6QQ

Dr David Signorini became Interim Director, Environment and Forestry in April 2024.

Responsibilities

The Director of Environment and Forestry leads on policy to protect Scotland’s environment to enhance biodiversity, climate change mitigation and adaptation and wellbeing for citizens. 

Biography

David has served as acting Director in the Scottish Government’s Marine Directorate between November 2023 to March 2024. He was previously the Chief Executive of Scottish Forestry - the agency responsible for forestry policy, support and regulations.  

Before moving to Scottish Forestry, David held various posts within Government, including as Deputy Director for the Better Homes Division and in Justice Analytical Services.   

David has a wealth of government experience and a track record of leadership, relationship building, working closely with Ministers and stakeholders and delivering results across complex and high-profile policy areas. 

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