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Stephen was elected Deputy Mayor in May 2023  he had been a frequent visitor to friends living in Looe since the mid-1970s before he retired to live permanently here in 2018. His career included fourteen years as CEO of Sadler’s Wells Theatre in London and twenty leading the national charity Action for Blind People.

During his time in the visual impairment sector he worked to bring together charities with common purpose. He strongly believes that organisations that cooperate and communicate will always achieve more than those that don’t. All the same, he recognises that every organisation has its own valued heritage and each runs its business differently.

Stephen sees tremendous assets and opportunities in Looe – its fascinating history, the sea and the fishing industry, the woods, the rivers, the unique array of local shops, pubs and restaurants, its festivals and events, its visitors and above all its own local people.

He says: “I am honoured and thrilled to have been co-opted to Looe Town Council. The wealth of experience among the existing Councillors is awesome and I only hope that, in time, I can make a useful contribution”.

Martin has been a Town Councillor since 2002. He has served several terms as deputy mayor over the years and was Mayor of Looe from May 2019 to May 2022. Martin has led on environmental issues, championing an environmental crime officer. He also fought for free parking on station road and supported the devolution agenda.  This included the devolution of the library service and building to Looe Town Council and taking over the running of the toilets. He has also chaired the amenities, environment and finance committees. His hobbies include running, gig rowing and volunteering for Cornwall wildlife trust assisting the wardens on Looe island and is coordinator for the Looe seal identification group. Martin is an active member of Looe Marine Conservation Group of which he has served as vice chair. 

Chris joined the Looe Town Council team in April 2023.  Chris has lived in and around the local area for most of his working life with periods living in both East and West Looe.  Currently he resides in West Looe where he has lived with his wife since 2018.  Before retiring Chris had a full career with the Royal Navy as an Engineer Officer and later worked in industry as the lead manager co-ordinating engineering shore support to meet operational requirements for Navy Destroyers.  With a keen interest in supporting Looe and the community he is eager to bring his knowledge and experience of managing successful outcomes under challenging situations to the greater benefit of the Looe Community.

Chris is very interested in ensuring that the vibrant character of Looe and its heritage is maintained. He strives to obtain the correct balance between the needs of business, residents, and visitors across all ages of our community.  Practical and with a determination to get things done, he is keen to help wherever he can.  Willing to hold public organisations to account for the correct delivery and decisions, with the prime interests of the members of the Looe community always in mind.

Outside of Council responsibilities Chris enjoys his time living in Looe with all the great things that it has to offer.  Keen to travel and explore, particularly the many interesting places that make Cornwall such a wonderful place to live.  Other interests include maritime and steam era heritage of the local area, DIY, gardening and model engineering.