Andrew Cumpsty has served Caversham people as their Councillor since his first election in the Spring of 2004.

Andrew has lived in Caversham for over 10 years and has been holding monthly surgeries across the whole of the Ward, in order to ensure that the residents of Caversham have the very best of access to their Councillor.

He became Leader of the Council in May 2010, after serving on the Council for over six years.

Outside of politics Andrew is Chairman and founder of the Enterprise Forum and Head of Public Affairs at Penna.

In addition, Andrew is a member of several charities and voluntary organisations in Reading and when he can find spare time enjoys the theatre, playing golf and swimming.