Chris Atherton

Statutory Director of Adult Social Care (DASS)

Chris became Director of Adult Social Services at Shropshire Council in October 2026. Previously he was Strategic Director of Adult Social Care at Nottingham City Council and prior to that, Principal Social Worker at Haringey Council.

Shropshire Council hosts WM ADASS and Chris is responsible for oversight of the regional programme infrastructure, governance and support arrangements, enabling its effective delivery.

His WM ADASS responsibilities also include co-production.