ACCA Scotland boss defects for ICAS role

In a move that will certainly rile the ACCA, Stuart Riddell, head of ACCA Scotland, has jumped ship by joining rival body the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland (ICAS), The Scotsman reported.

Having spent seven years at ACCA Scotland, Riddell has now been appointed executive director, members services, at ICAS.

Riddell said his role would be to ensure members and the business community can make the most of the opportunities and expertise provided by ICAS.

He starts on 6 August.

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