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I share why I’m backing the West Berkshire Dementia Hub, a project that will transform care and support for people with dementia and their families.

After months of frustrating cancellations on the 5.54am Thatcham train, I stepped in to help. One determined commuter got in touch after hitting a wall with every transport body — so I raised it directly with GWR and Network Rail. I’m pleased to say they listened, and as a result, we now have a new early morning train on trial. It’s a small but important win for local passengers — and a reminder that raising your voice can lead to real change.

Last month, I launched a new schools’ art initiative to celebrate the creativity of young people in Newbury and West Berkshire. I’m thrilled to announce our very first winner – Winter from Trinity School! Read on to see how you can get involved.

We marked National Fish and Chip Day with a local vote to find Newbury and West Berkshire’s favourite fish and chip shop. After a great response from residents, I visited The Avon Fish Bar to present them with this year’s winner’s certificate. A great way to celebrate the work of our local hospitality industry.

Find out what Lee Dillon got up to in May as the MP for Newbury

I wanted to take a moment to recognise something truly remarkable that happened in our area earlier this month. Martyn Ainsworth, a...

Celebrating a brilliant community effort that raised over £7,000 for Newbury Cancer Care through a local charity football tournament at Trinity School.

Ahead of National Fish and Chip Day, I’m asking you to vote for your favourite local chippy – let’s celebrate the people keeping this proud British tradition alive in Newbury and West Berkshire!

Many of you have shared your views on the move to three-weekly bin collections. I’ve written to the Council to raise your concerns and ask how they plan to monitor the impact.

Lee Dillon MP met with the Supporters’ Trust at Reading to discuss fan-led proposals for the Football Governance Bill.

This VE Day, I was proud to join communities across our constituency as we remembered those who sacrificed so much for peace and freedom.

Lee Dillon MP backs calls for urgent investment in Royal Berkshire Hospital and West Berkshire Community Hospital amid growing concerns over NHS infrastructure delays.

I’m absolutely delighted to see both Tom McCann and Mark Thomas elected as new Liberal Democrat councillors for Thatcham North East. It...

It was a real joy to attend the unveiling of the Paddington statue in Newbury today. After everything that’s happened in recent months,...

Lee Dillon encourages: Buy Newbury, Back Britain

Constituents in Newbury have raised concerns about rising service charges from FirstPort.

Lee Dillon, MP for Newbury, shares his report from February 2025

Lee Dillon is leading a cross-party effort to tackle the dangerous A34 junctions, working with neighbouring MPs.

Lee Dillon met with Minister Bryant to demand better broadband for Newbury’s rural areas.

January 2025 update from Lee Dillon, MP for Newbury