Mark Bickerton

Mark Bickerton (born 1963) is a senior storyliner on Coronation Street. He took up the post in 2009, but has a long history with the series as a story associate, working on stories including Richard Hillman's reign of terror, and creating characters including Cilla Battersby-Brown and even having the distinction of naming Great Dane Schmeichel.

Prior to his involvement with Coronation Street, Bickerton worked as a freelance writer for Family Affairs and Hollyoaks - where he was also a story consultant and story editor. In 2007, Bickerton wed 'Yana Lumb' actress Jayne Tunnicliffe, whom he met on the set of Coronation Street.