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Putting Children’s Safety First in the Social Media Age
Families shouldn’t be left to take on Big Tech alone. It is time for stronger protections for children online.
12 hours ago


Palantir: Protecting NHS Patients Means Using the Break Clause
A new report reveals that Palantir is an unacceptable point of weakness in our NHS. This must change.
1 day ago


Fixing a Broken Leasehold System
As part of my work on the Housing, Communities, and Local Government Committee, I am pushing for stronger leasehold reforms to tackle unfair charges and give residents greater control.
2 days ago


Baldev’s Dental Practice: Listening to Patients to Improve Local Services
Following a meeting with Baldev’s dental practice, I am pleased to share an update to their charging policy for NHS appointments.
6 days ago


The Continued Case for Improvements to the A34
I continue to press National Highways for practical upgrades to the A34 after major improvements were excluded from the Government’s latest Road Investment Strategy.
6 days ago


May Highlights
From the King’s Speech to local campaigns like saving Thatcham Post Office, here’s a snapshot of what Lee Dillon and his team have been working on throughout May, both in Westminster and across the constituency.
Jun 3


Families Must Continue to be Heard as SEND Reforms Approach
Following Dingley’s Promise SEND roundtable, families’ concerns around EHCP reforms, early intervention, and support must continue being heard.
Jun 3


Thatcham Post Office Closure: What happens next
Update on Thatcham Post Office closure on 13 July, including concerns about communication and efforts to secure a replacement branch.
Jun 2


Thatcham Post Office Closure
Thatcham Broadway Post Office is set to close next month. I share an update in this post.
Jun 1


Pressing for Faster Progress on West Berkshire’s Signal Not-Spots
I recently met VodafoneThree to push for better rural connectivity and action to fill in persistent signal blackspots across West Berkshire.
Jun 1


Funding Needed Now for Lobular Breast Cancer Research
After attending the Lobular Moon Shot vigil, I am urging the new Secretary of State to commit to dedicating funding for lobular breast cancer.
May 29


Paddle Out Protest: Time to End the Sewage Crisis
Enough is enough. It’s time to end the sewage scandal and protect our waterways.
May 22


A Thriving Kennet & Avon Canal
The Kennet & Avon canal is part of our heritage in West Berkshire and protecting it means we will safeguard our heritage but
May 21


Keep European Finals Free-to-Air
Football clubs are community assets, but too many are being priced out of watching the teams they love.
May 20


Newbury Station Car Park Stairwell Update
An update on safety improvements at Newbury Station car park, including repaired lighting, temporary access changes, and support for a rough sleeper in the stairwell.
May 19


A More Holistic Approach to Youth Justice
Too many young people fall into cycles of crime early; we need a justice system revolving around rehabilitation and prevention.
May 19


The Importance of Clarity on SEND Reforms
As I continue to push the Department for Education for answers, families and schools need certainty around upcoming SEND reforms.
May 19


Reopening Gaza Medical Evacuations
Thousands of critically ill patients in Gaza need urgent treatment, I have signed a cross-party letter calling on the Government to reopen our medical evacuation programme.
May 18


Customer Trust in Water Companies at a New Low
Following years of water system mismanagement and rising bills, customer trust in water companies has hit an all-time low.
May 18


Three-weekly Bin Collections Update
As we move into the warmer months, I’ve been pressing the Council for updates on how they are monitoring the wider impact of the new bin collection scheme.
May 18
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