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I challenged the Chancellor on ever-rising costs for families and farmers across Newbury and West Berkshire, with appropriate relief still missing.

I challenged the government to uphold international law and erase US access to UK military bases if Trump follows through on threats to civilian infrastructure.

I welcome the Lebanon-Israel ceasefire, but families in West Berkshire still need urgent support as high costs remain for months to come.

I pressed the Prime Minister to use rising fuel tax revenues to provide immediate support for households and push for a de-escalation in the Middle East.

I welcome the lifting of the two-child Universal Credit limit - a change the Liberal Democrats have long championed. However, with costs rising again, we must provide immediate support to help families now, while tackling child poverty at its roots.

Rosebank would keep the UK locked into volatile fossil fuel markets as we should be doubling down on clean, homegrown renewable energy that lower bills.

I welcome the extension of the Ukraine Permission Extension Scheme; this will give families certainty while Britain continues to stand firmly with Ukraine.

I spoke in Parliament about speeding up the support for our armed forces and addressed the growing global tensions affecting constituents back home.

I’ve just listened to the Spring Statement and, frankly, it’s not good enough. Families, young people, pensioners, and businesses in Newbury and West Berkshire are still feeling squeezed. We need urgent action to cut fuel and energy costs, fix social care, and support graduates.

Yesterday, Keir Starmer announced that the UK would allow the US to use British airforce bases for ‘defensive’ operations against Iran.

Wild animals are still suffering in tourist attractions worldwide. Here’s why the Animals (Low‑Welfare Activities Abroad) Act is needed, and why many residents have contacted me about it.

The Government’s Earned Settlement consultation closes on 12 February, and it’s crucial that those affected by changes in ILR/Settled Status contribute their views.

The latest Epstein files raise serious questions about Peter Mandelson’s conduct in public office. Resigning from the Labour Party is not enough.

I will not accept the NHS forced to pay billions more for medicines while patients wait in corridors for care.

Yesterday in Parliament, I raised the urgent need for the UK to step up its humanitarian support for the 123,000 pregnant women in Gaza and the West Bank who are facing severe malnutrition, dangerous shortages of medical care, and rising risks to themselves and their babies.

Lee Dillon MP reflects on the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, the role of the UK, and the Liberal Democrats’ calls for aid, recognition of Palestine, and a lasting peace.