Tributes to 'plain talking Telford and Wrekin stalwart' councillor who died suddenly

Councillor Elizabeth Clare, known as Liz, died peacefully in the early hours of yesterday.

The current leader of the council paid tribute to her "plain talking, common sense and hardworking contribution". Councillor Shaun Davies described her as a "Telford and Wrekin stalwart through and through".

A former member of Wrekin Council, Councillor Clare worked in local politics for more than 40 years. She had served as a parish councillor since 1979 and also served as a school governor.

She held a number of cabinet roles with Telford & Wrekin Council and at the time of her death was the chair of the licensing committee.