Background to the Society
Established in 1968 by a group of parents, the Scottish Society for Autism is an independent Scottish charity committed to working for the rights and quality of life of people with autism.
With a head office in Alloa and over 700 staff working across Scotland, the Society offers a range of support for people with autism including education, day care, supported living, vocational opportunities, respite and outreach. Currently over 400 people with autism in Scotland are supported by the Society. For people working in this field or families affected by autism, we are at the forefront of training and offer a comprehensive advisory service.
The Board
Chair Ruth Hampton (pictured);
Honorary Treasurer Fiona Greig;
Honorary Vice President Ruth Hampton.
Board of Directors : David Clark (Vice Chair),
Fiona Greig,
Ian McPhail,
Susan Chambers,
Paul Prescott,
Peter Craigie,
Linda Jenkins,
Colette Robertson,
Breda Seaman,
Ian Tate (Company Secretary)
Senior Management Team (right to left)
Chief Executive: John McDonald;
Director of Adult Services: Jackie Tufft;
Director of Education: Jim Taylor;
Director of Finance and Corporate Resources: Gordon Laidlaw
Area Managers
Teresa Thomson West of Scotland and Fife
Kenny Bryce South West Scotland
Elspeth MacKerrell Central
Vacancy Lothians and Borders
Clannalba
Adam Brodie
New Ridgepark
Elaine Hislop
Press Contact
Stewart Gunn
Call him on: 01259 728318 or 07738634001
Email: SSAPRESSOFFICE@autism-in-scotland.org.uk
Auditors
Cheetham & Co Chartered Accountants,
Homelea House,
Faith Avenue, Quarriers Village,
Bridge of Weir,
Renfrewshire
PA11 3SX
Solicitors
Lindsays,
11 Atholl Crescent,
Edinburgh
EH3 8HE
Telephone: 0131-229 1212
Registered Office
Hilton House,
Alloa Business Park, Whins Road,
Alloa, FK10 3SA
Telephone: 01259 720044;
Fax: 01259 720051
Registered No. SC 81123
01259 720044