The Association of Directors of Adult Social Services has confirmed that it has appointed its new Chief Executive Officer.
Current Deputy CEO and Director of Policy at the Local Government Association Sally Burlington has been selected as the new ADASS CEO, beginning the role in November this year.
Burlington has extensive experience in policy and strategy development within the civil service, which includes a period of six years within the Treasury. Alongside this, she played in important role in the development of the original Sure Start policy and led the secretariat for the inquiry into local government and how it is funded.
Having worked closely with ADASS since she joined the LGA in 2012, Burlington will also support the continuation of positive developments within ADASS, as well as bringing fresh plans for the adult social care sector.
Commenting on her appointment, Burlington said:
“I am delighted to be joining ADASS at such an important time for the adult social care sector and for people who draw on care and support. I have loved my time at the LGA and look forward to continuing to work with many brilliant colleagues, building on the huge expertise within ADASS, its membership and wider partners.”
Until November, Anna Hemmings will continue as ADASS’ interim CEO, with her role including support for the implementation of recent governance, policy and membership review recommendations.
Interim Chair of ADASS Richard Parry added:
“There was a very strong interest in the role, which is a reflection of how ADASS is viewed, and the contribution made by the previous ADASS Chief Executives Cathie Williams and Sheila Norris and, more latterly, Anna Hemmings.
“Sally impressed staff, external partners and ADASS members through the recruitment process with her thoughtfulness and practical ideas to enable ADASS to deliver effectively for our membership. We are very pleased that Sally is joining us at a pivotal point for ADASS as an organisation and the wider sector that we represent”.
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