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19-Mar-2008 - LGC´s Derek Craston appointed as new Government
Chemist
Dr Derek Craston, LGC’s Head of Pharmaceutical & Chemical
Services, takes over as the Government Chemist from Dr John
Marriott, LGC’s Director of Research & Development
LGC, the international market leader in analytical, forensic and
diagnostic services and reference standards, announces the
appointment of Dr Derek Craston as the new Government Chemist. The
appointment is made by the Department for Innovation, Universities
and Skills (DIUS). Dr Craston takes over the role on 1 June 2008
when his predecessor Dr John Marriott will retire as both the
Government Chemist and Director of the Research & Technology
Division at LGC.
The role of the Government Chemist, discharged on behalf of
DIUS, is a State appointment, agreed under the devolved authorities
of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. The Government Chemist
has, since 1842, discharged the statutory function of referee
analyst to resolve disputes over analytical measurements,
particularly in relation to food regulatory enforcement. The
Government Chemist also takes an active involvement in promoting
analytical science and technology, and provides advice to
Government and the wider community on policy standards, regulation
and international comparisons.
Dr Derek Craston said: "I look forward to taking up the post
of Government Chemist and to advising Government and industry on
relevant issues and debates. This will be a great opportunity to
build on the excellent work of my predecessors, to ensure effective
delivery of statutory requirements and to engage with all
stakeholders to assist the development of analytical science for
the benefit of the UK".