Askins and Betts brought on board as Hookson looks for 2008 expansion

Askins joined the company six months ago. Formerly of Family Communications and Barkers, her experience includes work for Scottish Water as well as a variety of high-profile social marketing campaigns for the Scottish Executive.

Betts, who has been freelancing for the last four years, brings over 17 years experience having previously worked for Faulds, 1576 and BBH in London, for clients that include Glenmorangie, ScottishPower, Gleneagles, Royal Bank of Scotland and Standard Life Bank.