[3] Its international director is responsible for selecting the teams which represent Scotland at the biennial Chess Olympiad.
Its principal objective is to "foster and promote the game of chess throughout Scotland among players of all ages".
Chess Scotland therefore serves a very wide constituency from school children to International Grandmasters.
The affairs of Chess Scotland are managed by its directors and other officials who work (with other promoters, as appropriate) to fulfil the objectives of the organisation.
All of these officials (arbiters, coaches and chaperons) are required to undergo “Disclosure” certification, under Scottish Child Protection legislation.