Scottish Rugby has dismissed chief executive Alex Williamson with immediate effect following an independent investigation into his conduct.
Appointment and suspension
Williamson was appointed to the role in September 2024 and placed on “extended leave” in May 2025.
The governing body announced on Thursday that Williamson had been dismissed after the board considered the findings of an investigation into matters brought to its attention earlier this year.
Chair’s statement
John McGuigan, Chair of Scottish Rugby Limited, said: “The board of Scottish Rugby has today dismissed Alex Williamson from his position as chief executive with immediate effect. His dismissal follows the conclusion of an independent investigation into matters that were brought to the board’s attention earlier this year. In light of the investigation findings the board of Scottish Rugby concluded that the CEO’s conduct had fallen significantly below the standards we set as an organisation.”
