A DUNFERMLINE minister has been named CEO of Christian charity Blythswood Care.

Rev Jeremy Ross, who is minister at New City Church, will take up the post in October, initially shadowing chief executive James Campbell who is set to retire early in 2024 after over 25 years with the organisation.

A son of the late Rev Jackie Ross, Blythswood’s founder and president, Jeremy was brought up in Lochcarron and already has considerable knowledge of Blythswood’s past and present activities having worked for the organisation from 1998 to 2007 and serving as a trustee since 2021.

Blythswood Care is a charity with a mission to transform lives through the impact of education, community action and gospel activities. Founded in 1966, it has a head office in the Scottish Highlands, together with 18 shops throughout Scotland and a further eight shops in Northern Ireland.

Jeremy said: “Since joining the board I’ve become more passionate about continuing the impact for good Blythswood has had on millions of people, both by sharing Good News and by helping with other aspects of life.”

David Laing, chairman of Blythswood’s trustees, said they had been looking for someone to take the organisation forward into the next phase of its ministry.

"We were searching for a successor who shares our core conviction that everyone needs salvation through Jesus, someone who loves working with people – colleagues, volunteers, project partners and those who support Blythswood prayerfully and financially; and someone who will build on our history and James’ unique legacy," he added.