Dame Angela McLean Appointed UK Government Chief Scientific Adviser
Professor Dame Angela McLean DBE FRS steps into the top scientific role today as the new Government Chief Scientific Adviser (GCSA). Appointed by the Prime Minister back in February, she’s making history as the first woman to hold the post.
From Defence to Downing Street: A Stellar Career
Dame Angela previously served as Chief Scientific Adviser for the Ministry of Defence and was Deputy GCSA before this. Now, she takes the helm to deliver independent science advice directly to the Prime Minister and Cabinet members. Her job is to boost the quality and impact of scientific evidence in government policy.
Leading Science for Government
- Heads the Government Office for Science
- Leads the Government Science and Engineering Profession
- Co-Chairs the Council for Science and Technology
- Part of the executive team at the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology
Dame Angela’s Vision for the Role
“I am delighted to take on this role at such an important time in our country for Science, Innovation and Technology. All of us in government are going to greatly miss Sir Patrick, and I look forward to working with colleagues to build on the legacy he has led during his time as GCSA.
My long-term mentor, the late Lord Robert May, held the post of GCSA between 1995 and 2000 and that personal connection adds a particular depth to my sense of honour in being asked to take on this role.”
