John Elvidge | |
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Permanent Secretary to the Scottish Government | |
In office July 2003 – June 2010 | |
First Minister | Jack McConnell Alex Salmond |
Preceded by | Sir Muir Russell |
Succeeded by | Sir Peter Housden |
Personal details | |
Born | London, England | 9 February 1951
Spouse | Maureen Margaret Ann McGinn |
Alma mater | St Catherine's College, Oxford |
Occupation | Civil Servant |
Sir John William Elvidge KCB, FRSE (born 9 February 1951) is the former Permanent Secretary to the Scottish Government. He was appointed in July 2003, replacing Sir Muir Russell. He retired from the post in June 2010.[1]