Professor Sir Kenneth Calman KCB
Thursday 24th July 2025We are deeply sorry to hear that Sir Kenneth Calman, former President of The Boys’ Brigade, has died at the age of 83.
The Scottish doctor, academic and author was educated at the University of Glasgow, and went on to became the Chief Medical Officer of both Scotland and England. He was a chair of the World Health Organisation (WHO) Executive and chaired the Commission on Scottish Devolution.
He served as the President of The Boys’ Brigade from 2008 to 2011.
Jonathan Eales, Chief Executive of The Boys’ Brigade, said: “We are deeply saddened to learn of the death of Sir Kenneth Calman. His life was one dedicated to service. Even after his time as Brigade President, Sir Kenneth was an active supporter of our work with children and young people. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends at this time.”
