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If you have a question for your Town Councillor, an issue you wish to raise, a bright idea that might improve the town, or simply want to find out more about what the Town Council is doing, talk to us.
Mayor and Deputy Mayor
David Braithwaite
Mayor
LISKEARD SOUTH WARD
c/o Liskeard Town Council, 3/5 West Street, Liskeard, PL14 6BW
07483 246700
d.braithwaite@liskeard.gov.uk
Sylvia Berry
Deputy Mayor
LISKEARD CENTRAL WARD
c/o Liskeard Town Council, 3/5 West Street, Liskeard, PL14 6BW
01579 345407 (Town Council office weekdays 9am – 1pm)
s.berry@liskeard.gov.uk
When I was 16, I couldn’t wait to leave Cornwall to move to London and become involved in the swinging sixties . 12 years later having qualified as a nurse I couldn’t wait to come home. After working in Penrice and then in Treliske I moved to Liskeard and worked in Plymouth. Our son was born here and had an idyllic childhood that is typical in this county. When I left the Health Service I worked on European Social Fund project supporting families in Liskeard. Eventually I ended my paid employment working in a shop in Fore Street. I realised that I wanted to be involved in the community in order to satisfy my need to work. I undertook voluntary work and was lucky enough to be elected as a town councillor. I thoroughly enjoy every aspect of this very varied role. I am motivated by the satisfaction of working with colleagues and members of the community to make Liskeard a great place to live.
Councillors
Graham Berry
LISKEARD CENTRAL WARD
c/o Liskeard Town Council, 3/5 West Street, Liskeard, PL14 6BW
01579 345407 (Town Council office weekdays 9am – 1pm)
g.berry@liskeard.gov.uk
Rachel Brooks
LISKEARD SOUTH WARD
c/o Liskeard Town Council, 3/5 West Street, Liskeard, PL14 6BW
01579 345407 (Town Council office weekdays 9am – 1pm)
rachel.brooks@liskeard.gov.uk
The thing I most enjoy about being on the Town Council is working with a very wide variety of people and organisations to get things done.
I have been a Town Councillor since 2013 and was Mayor from 2019-2021.
During this time I worked hard to get more investment for Liskeard. We successfully applied for European funding, match funded by Cornwall Council, for the Market Makers project to support local craftspeople and people not in employment and build a stronger community of makers locally. We also got funding to look at how to make it safer and easier to walk and cycle around town and are now looking for major grant funding to make it happen.
I’m continuing to work on these issues as well as coordinating town events such as Liskeard Unlocked and Nadelik Lyskerrys/Liskeard Cornish Christmas.
Before joining the Town Council I worked in a range of jobs helping the NHS and voluntary organisations improve services and how they are managed. I moved with my family to Liskeard in 2005 and my son attended local schools.
Aside from the Town Council, I have a lot of fun working as part of 3 Bags Full to organise woolly events and displays. I relax by knitting and crocheting quite well and doing Tai Chi quite badly.
Kerry Cassidy
LISKEARD CENTRAL WARD
c/o Liskeard Town Council
3/5 West Street, Liskeard, PL14 6BW
07970 925 533
k.cassidy@liskeard.gov.uk
Simon Cassidy
LISKEARD SOUTH WARD
c/o Liskeard Town Council
3/5 West Street, Liskeard, PL14 6BW
07967 096306
s.cassidy@liskeard.gov.uk
On arriving in Liskeard I was taken aback at the warm welcome and support I received from all the people I met, and, finding some spare time on my hands I wanted to repay that debt by giving something back to the people of Liskeard.
Originally hailing from Cumbria, I have worked in the Rail Industry for the last 23 years.
I have two boys aged 11 and 6, the youngest attends school in Liskeard.
I became a Councillor in 2018 and was elected Mayor in May 2021
I am passionate about improving both Community Engagement between Council and Community and Economic Development to support the growth of Liskeard and to ensure future prosperity for all.
Nick Craker
LISKEARD CENTRAL WARD
10 Meadowsweet Close, Liskeard, PL14 6FR
07932 846 278
n.craker@liskeard.gov.uk
I care passionately about Liskeard and take a strong interest in planning, economic development and enhancing the environment of our town. Leaving the natural environment in a better state than that which we have inherited is something I think is incredibly important.
In my spare time I enjoy exploring new walks in the beautiful countryside that surrounds Liskeard with my cocker spaniel and also enjoy dinghy sailing at Siblyback lake which I have done for many years.
Richard Dorling
LISKEARD SOUTH WARD
c/o Liskeard TC
3/5 West Street, Liskeard, PL14 6BW
01579 345407 (Town Council office weekdays 9am – 1pm)
r.dorling@liskeard.gov.uk
Richard moved to Liskeard in 2015 and served on St Keyne Parish Council before joining Liskeard Town Council in 2021.
He has a background in biology having gained an Applied Biology and Genetics degree and went on to have a career managing clinical trial IT projects. In his spare time he enjoys walking his two labradors, keeping abreast of current affairs and gardening. He is also a volunteer at the Liskeard Community Hub.
On behalf of the Town Council Richard is piloting a herbicide free trial which, if successful, it is hoped that Liskeard will become a herbicide free town protecting residents health and benefitting the environment.
Richard is also working toward Liskeard taking part in the ‘Adopt-a-Street’ initiative to foster civic pride and ensure streets are properly maintained. His focus is to ensure Liskeard continues to offer a clean, healthy and vibrant location for residents and businesses.
Annette Lee
LISKEARD CENTRAL WARD
19 Pengover Close, Liskeard, PL14 3NZ
07546 396 319
a.lee@liskeard.gov.uk
I’m Annette Lee, and I have proudly called Liskeard my home for more than 42 years. I have two grown-up children who attended St Martin’s C of E School and Liskeard School & Community College, where I also served as a Parent Governor for four years—an experience that strengthened my commitment to supporting local families and education.
Over the decades, I’ve seen Liskeard change and face significant economic challenges, affecting local businesses, housing, social care, education, and NHS services. These are areas I am deeply passionate about improving. I believe in protecting our town’s heritage—its buildings, gardens, parks, and historic landmarks—and ensuring Liskeard remains a vibrant, thriving community for generations to come.
Community involvement has always been important to me. I help manage the Liskeard Facebook community page, previously attended The Echo Centre, and enjoy time with the Liskeard Knitter and Natter group. I also run the Cornwall CMT Support Group, supporting anyone affected by this neuromuscular condition.
Sport and inclusion play a large part in my life. My daughter and I manage, coach, and play for Cornwall Powerchair Football Club, an inclusive sport for people with physical disabilities. I also serve as Vice Chair of the South West Regional Powerchair Football League.
As your councillor, I want to be a voice for everyone in Liskeard Central. It’s important that you feel represented, listened to, and supported. I currently serve as Chair of the Communications & Engagement Committee, and as a member of the Planning and Facilities committees. I am also recently added as a Trustee at Stuart House.
Jane Pascoe
LISKEARD SOUTH WARD
Churchtown Farm, St. Keyne, Liskeard PL14 4RJ
01579 348442
07484 315 327
cllr.jane.pascoe@cornwall.gov.uk
Although not born in Liskeard Jane feels it’s where she belongs. She has owned businesses in the town for over 40 years, and believes in making the town centre more attractive to shoppers and visitors.
One of Jane’s priorities is bringing economic investment into South East Cornwall to create much needed employment.
She has served on the Liskeard Town Forum, is on the Chamber of Commerce, a Secretary of the Liskeard Show and is also now a Cornwall Councillor representing the best interests of Liskeard West and Dobwalls.
Tony Powell
LISKEARD CENTRAL WARD
c/o Liskeard Town Council, 3/5 West Street, Liskeard, PL14 6BW
01579 345407 (Town Council office weekdas 9am – 1pm)
t.powell@liskeard.gov.uk
Tony joined the Town Council in 1995. Since then he has also served as a County and District Councillor at various times and is a former leader of Caradon District Council.
Tony’s family live in Liskeard and he has served as Mayor on five occasions.
Lori Reid
LISKEARD CENTRAL WARD
c/o Liskeard Town Council, 3/5 West Street, Liskeard, PL14 6BW
01579 345407 (Town Council office weekdays 9am – 1pm)
l.reid@liskeard.gov.uk
I am a writer and broadcaster and have lived in Liskeard with my family for over thirty years. My fondest memories are of my children growing up here in Cornwall in a safe environment, going to the local schools and getting involved in the various activities we are so lucky to have available to us in this lovely part of the world. It was while I was on the Town Council from the early Noughties through to 2013 that I was part of the research team working on The Liskeard Community Strategic Plan which I designed and edited in 2008. I owe a great debt to the team I worked with on that project for the knowledge I gained about the history of our town, about its institutions, how it works as a collective and about our aspirations for its future. And because I live so close to the centre, I have seen at first-hand the fundamental changes that have affected our town and particularly the high streets over the last four decades. Re-joining the Council in 2021 has re-confirmed my drive to champion our hard-working businesses and retailers who are the life-blood of our local economy, who heroically kept us supplied through the pandemic and upon whom our town’s prosperity depends. Helping to brighten and beautify our town, raising its profile, promoting it as the central hub of South East Cornwall and positioning Liskeard as a Centre of Health and Wellbeing are my long-held aims.
Martin Symonds
LISKEARD CENTRAL WARD
Greystones, 19 Wadham Road, Liskeard, PL14 3BD
07790 469315
M.Symonds@liskeard.gov.uk
Naomi Taylor
LISKEARD CENTRAL WARD
c/o Liskeard Town Council, 3/5 West Street, Liskeard, PL14 6BW
01579 345407 (Town Council office weekdays 9am – 1pm)
N.Taylor@liskeard.gov.uk
Naomi grew up in Saltash and moved to Liskeard in 2000
She is currently studying towards a BSc (Hons) in Business management with a particular focus in project management
In her spare time, Naomi is a member of the management team for Read Easy Cornwall who support adults learning to read as well as watching local rugby as often as possible.
Naomi is currently the Deputy Chair of the Planning committee (and previously Chair), responsible for implementing the Neighbourhood Plan, and takes a strong interest in local development within the town.
Christina Whitty
LISKEARD CENTRAL WARD
c/o Liskeard Town Council, 3/5 West Street, Liskeard, PL14 6BW
01579 345407 (Town Council office weekdays 9am – 1pm)
c.whitty@liskeard.gov.uk
I was born in Liskeard at Passmore Edwards Nursing Home, as was my sister and 1 of my 5 brothers.
I grew up in Dobwalls and went to School there, followed by Liskeard Comprehensive and then Plymouth Catering College. My first job at 14 years old was in Dobwalls village shop. Whilst at College worked at Webbs Hotel and after qualifying in my chosen field I continued to work there until it closed in 1989. I then went to work at the Fountain Hotel, followed by Pengover Home and then Kilmar House. After this I worked at the Echo Centre, a centre for adults with learning disabilities, for 20 years until I retired at Christmas 2015.
I have three children and while they were growing up I supported them in their chosen organisations, becoming a Cub Leader for 20 years and Sergeant Instructor for Liskeard Army Cadets for 10 years.
I am very proud to be a resident of Liskeard and I have served on the Town Council for 14 years.
I am a member of other organisations in Liskeard and I would like to think I am able to support all of our wonderful community.
Book Your Appointment
If you wish to book an appointment to talk to a Town Councillor please contact:
Mr Steve Vinson
Town Clerk
3-5 West Street
Liskeard
PL14 6BW
Tel: 01579 345407 (9am – 1pm weekdays, excluding public holidays)
email:
townclerk@liskeard.gov.uk
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Councillors do not receive a salary. The Mayor can receive an allowance (currently £1,950 p.a. 2026/27) to help offset expenses or loss of earnings.
Other Councillors may claim expenses, such as the cost of travel to attend training or represent the town at civic functions.
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