News & Events

07 Sep 2025

The CLEAR Annual General Meeting 2025 is at 6pm on 30th September 2025, at the CLEAR offices in Truro.

Booking is essential to ensure that we can properly cater for all who wish to attend.

Please let us know if you are planning to attend by Tuesday 23rd September - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. / 01872 261147

01 Sep 2025

Just as the football transfer window closes and the new term starts in schools, Cornish charity CLEAR has announced that Andy Brelsford has joined them in the role of Deputy Chief Executive. CLEAR supports children and adults across Cornwall to heal from the harm caused by abuse and other emotional trauma.

This is not the first time that Andy and CLEAR CEO Carolyn Webster have worked together. They were the driving force behind Cornwall Action Team for Jobs (CAT) that ran successfully from 2000-2006 and whose legacy can be seen today within many community-based initiatives.

Andy said “I’m excited to have the chance to work for a charity focused on supporting people across Cornwall who have been impacted by abuse. I am particularly looking forwards to learning more about the real-world impact that CLEAR makes and using my skills and experience to help the charity grow and prosper.”

Carolyn Webster, CLEAR Chief Executive said: “We are so pleased to welcome Andy to the CLEAR team. He brings a wealth of knowledge and experience that will benefit all aspects of the charity. I am excited for us to work together again”

Andy has joined CLEAR form Volunteer Cornwall with 20 years’ experience as a senior leader working as Training, Support and Development Manager. He also Chairs and volunteers for West Cornwall Search and Rescue Team.

Check out the BBC Radio Cornwall interview Andy and Carolyn did with Julie Skentelbery here at 19:03.

08 Aug 2025

We have an exciting new post here at CLEAR – Referrals and General Administrator!

The Referrals and General Administrator will play a pivotal role in helping our small charity to run smoothly for the benefit of our clients, volunteers and the staff team. You will be the first point of telephone contact for many clients and organisations and will be responsible for keeping a range of monitoring systems up to date.

The  pdf Job Description and Person Specification(176 KB) are available here.

Closing date for applications: 6pm, 22nd August 2025

Please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for an application form putting ‘Administrator Job Application’ in the title of the email.

13 Jun 2025

To Truro and Beyond! CLEAR Launches “Fred’s Fund” to help Children to Flourish After Trauma

Cornish charity CLEAR is proud to announce the launch of Fred’s Fund, a heartfelt new initiative designed to help children across Cornwall access the therapy they need to heal from abuse, violence and other emotional trauma.

Freds Fund launches on Truro Children’s Day Saturday, 21st June 2025. This exciting event, organised by Truro BID, will mark the beginning of Fred’s journey to raise funds across Cornwall.

Carolyn Webster, CEO at CLEAR said: “Right now, CLEAR receives more referrals for children than we have funds to support. Fred’s Fund is a shout out to business and individuals across Cornwall to say that a £10 donation can change a child’s future. It’s a simple ask, and we hope every business in Cornwall can respond”

Fred is a small bear with a big heart. No ordinary bear, Fred was created by CLEAR Ideas, a group of inspiring children who have previously received support from CLEAR. Through Fred and his special book, CLEAR Ideas are reaching out to other children to say: “it’s okay to ask for help.”

Thanks to some start-up funding from the National Lottery Community Fund, Fred has been visiting primary schools across Cornwall, helping children to talk about thoughts, feelings, friendships, and how to ask for help when things are difficult.

Fred will be centre stage and available for photo opportunities on Truro Children’s Day at the CLEAR stand on Lemon Quay where children can also enjoy crafts and activities – including making their very own superhero mask!

Before sending him off across the county, CLEAR is inviting Truro businesses to kickstart Fred’s journey by donating £10 or more. Donations can be made on the day at the CLEAR stand, online via Freds Just Giving page at or in person at the CLEAR shop at 8 Cathedral Lane, Truro.