West Berkshire Liberal Democrats are delighted to welcome Cllr Paul Dick, OBE, to the Liberal Democrat group on West Berkshire Council.
Lee Dillon, MP for Newbury, warns that local farmers are struggling with rising costs and uncertainty. He argues that food security starts with farm security, calling for fairer returns, stronger import standards, and long-term support for rural areas.
Newbury MP Lee Dillon welcomes faster water company fines but warns they must be rigorously enforced. He notes that regulators have failed to prosecute or fine firms for years, and calls for a radical overhaul to protect West Berkshire’s waterways.
Newbury MP Lee Dillon highlights that pressure from campaigners and Parliament is driving leasehold reform. Through the HCLG Committee, he is pushing for stronger ground rent caps, clearer service charges, and a shift toward commonhold.
Newbury MP Lee Dillon warns rising energy bills are hitting Newbury and West Berkshire families. He is backing the Lib Dem Essential Energy Guarantee to cut bills, funded by clawing back billions in excess windfall profits from energy operators.
Newbury MP Lee Dillon warns that the NHS's birthday is a wake-up call. To ensure its survival, the Government must confront challenges by reversing cuts, investing in modern facilities, and properly resourcing staff to deliver patient care.
TG Jones's restructuring plan has caused uncertainty over the future of Hungerford Post Office, raising local concerns about the continuity of vital postal and banking services.
I have written to the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care seeking clarification about recent changes to GP list cleansing processes and the potential impact on both patients and GP practices.
I'm very please to accounce after pressure from residents and campaigners, the Morrisons Post Office branch in Thatcham, originally set to close in July, will now remain open until October 4th.