Tom is a former Deputy Chief Constable of the legacy Lothian and Borders Police. He joined the Authority in March 2018 and was awarded the Queen's Police Medal in 2008.
Between 2009 and 2020, Tom was Chief Executive of SACRO, a leading community justice organisation which works to create safer and more cohesive communities across Scotland.
A Chartered Director and Fellow of the Institute of Directors, Tom previously Chaired the Criminal Justice Voluntary Sector Forum and is a Council Member of the Scottish Association for Studying Offending, both influential 'think-tanks' on such matters.
Register of Interests (last updated November 2024)
| Registered Interest | Description of Interest |
| Remuneration | None |
| Other Roles |
Member of the Working Group on Antisocial Behaviour, Scottish Government |
| Contracts | None |
| Election Expenses | None |
| Houses, Land and Buildings | None relevant |
| Interests in Shares and Securities | None |
| Gifts and Hospitality | None |
| Non Financial Interests | None |
| Close Family Members | None |