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Horseracing is at the heart of life in Newbury. but a new tax proposal could threaten jobs, businesses, and a cherished part of our culture. I’m backing the #AxeTheRacingTax campaign to protect our sport and economy.

Lee Dillon MP visits Waitrose Newbury to discuss store investment, community support, careers, and trailblazing animal welfare standards.

As part of my ongoing work to protect Newbury and West Berkshire’s natural environment, I recently met with National Highways to discuss...

West Berkshire has been overlooked in the first phase of new school-based nursery places, despite clear local need. I’m pushing Ministers to ensure every child here gets the high-quality early years support they deserve.

We’re falling behind. For people living with breast cancer, and other aggressive cancers, that can mean the difference between life and death. I’ve written to the Health Secretary to demand urgent action to speed up access to new treatments.

Rail fares between Newbury and London are set to rise by almost £370 next year, taking the cost of an annual season ticket to £6,725. At a time when families across West Berkshire are already struggling with the cost of living, this rise is unacceptable. Lee Dillon MP is calling for a rail fare freeze to give commuters a fair deal and a reliable service.

I recently met with West Berkshire Council to discuss the shortage of social housing in our area. It was a constructive meeting, and I’m working in partnership with the Council to push for solutions that will deliver more affordable homes for local people.

Farming is central to West Berkshire’s economy and way of life – but family farms are under threat from harmful tax changes and lack of support. I’m standing up for our farmers in Westminster.

So many of you have contacted me about the arrests of over 500 UK protesters supporting Palestine Action. I explain why peaceful protest is under threat, what the Liberal Democrats are doing, and why defending civil liberties matters to us all.

The Online Safety Act comes into force, delivering landmark protections for children online — from blocking harmful content and predatory contact to ensuring tech company accountability.

Lee Dillon MP visits Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital, meeting frontline NHS staff and hearing about the challenges and dedication behind the care.

The planned closure of the 7/7A Stagecoach bus route will leave some rural communities in West Berkshire cut off from food, essential supplies, and vital services.

Thames Water’s ongoing failures have left our rivers polluted and our communities frustrated. Lee Dillon explains why it’s time for special administration and what it means for West Berkshire.

The planned closure of the 7 and 7A bus routes will leave rural communities cut off. I’m speaking to Stagecoach and listening to residents’ concerns to fight for solutions that keep our villages connected.

A huge thank you to everyone who’s shared their artwork with me recently. This month’s featured design comes from Yalini, Year 3 at St Nicolas C of E Junior School in Newbury, a bright and joyful piece that’s brought a smile to my office. Keep them coming!

Our January Job Fair was a roaring success, and I’m thrilled we’ll be back with another session this September. If you're an employer or looking for work, here’s how to get involved.

From tackling SEND provision and protecting chalk streams to campaigning for A34 safety and supporting local health services, July has been a busy month both in Parliament and here in West Berkshire.

Lee Dillon MP is calling for action to rein in private SEND providers making sky-high profits, as local families and schools face spiralling costs and long delays in support. He’s backing a national profit cap to fix the broken system.

It’s hard to believe it’s been 25 years since Newbury Library first opened its doors in July 2000 - but this week marks exactly that, and...

Alongside cross-party colleagues, I’ve written to the Transport Minister demanding urgent safety improvements on the A34. The evidence is clear: dangerous slip roads and outdated infrastructure are putting lives at risk.