Pàdraig MacAoidh (English: Peter Mackay)[1] (born 1972) is a Scottish academic, writer, poet and broadcaster, currently serving as the Makar since 2 December 2024.

Appointed by first minister John Swinney, he succeeded Kathleen Jamie in the role, and is the first Makar to write primarily in Scottish Gaelic.

[5] His work in broadcasting is inspired and influenced by the diverse linguistic heritage of the Isle of Lewis where he was born and raised as a child.

His work have been translated into a number of various languages, primarily in Europe, including French, German and Irish.

[5] Additionally, MacAoidh claimed he was "very grateful to the panel for their faith in me, and to the First Minister for his support, and especially his enthusiasm about a Gaelic poet taking on the role".