RBGE is constituted under the Natural Heritage (Scotland) Act 1985. A Board of Trustees (up to 9 in number) is appointed by Scottish Ministers. The Board operates at arm’s length from Scottish Ministers but can be given ministerial direction. The RBGE is also a registered Scottish charity and is required to comply with the rules governing charities. The Regius Keeper (Chief Executive) is separately appointed as Accountable Officer and has specific duties laid down requiring him to be answerable to Parliament independently of Scottish Ministers and the Board of Trustees. Ordinarily, the Board give strategic direction to the Regius Keeper and his senior management team, who are responsible for the leadership and management of the Institution.
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