Tony Brett
Liberal Democrats candidate for Temple Cowley
Active on State
Tony Brett, a Cowley Resident of 25 years, has served 9 years on Oxford City Council meaning he is experienced in getting things done and representing his electorate effectively. He says: “Living in the heart of Cowley Marsh on Reliance Way I am easily accessible to the community. I serve as Chair of Governors at a local state secondary academy; Coordinator of the Reliance Way area Neighbourhood Watch; and as an active member of the Cowley Community Forum. I’ve organised many OxClean sessions for our area and have a passion for building inclusive community. If elected I would tackle drug dealing, dangerous driving, lack of affordable housing, and exorbitant fees for tenants. I would make myself available to as many community events and groups as possible and promise to listen carefully to folk from all parts of our rich and diverse community.” Professionally Tony works for Oxford University.in Information Security.
Previous elections
Bartlemas (2025)
Liberal Democrats· Not elected
Temple Cowley (2024)
Liberal Democrats· Not elected
Temple Cowley (2022)
Liberal Democrats· Not elected
Temple Cowley (2021)
Liberal Democrats· Not elected
Cowley Marsh (2018)
Liberal Democrats· Not elected
Cowley Marsh (2016)
Liberal Democrats· Not elected
Where Tony fits into things
About the role
The responsibility of a councillor is to represent the people within a ward by making decisions on local services and other local issues.
What councillors do
- Make decisions on local services like housing, roads, and parks
- Represent residents' concerns at council meetings
- Help resolve local issues raised by constituents
- Set council budgets and local tax levels
How to influence
- Attend local council surgeries
- Write or email about local issues
- Attend public council meetings
- Join local community groups
Council
Oxford