In Parliament today, I challenged the Foreign Secretary: if the US strikes on civilian infrastructure, will UK bases still be accessible.
Trumps threats risk a return to full-scale war and deepen a cost-of-living crisis for families across Newbury and West Berkshire.
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The ceasefire in Lebanon is hugely welcome; we must use this moment to deliver lasting peace
But after no commitment from the PM on Monday, an extra £20 million a day has been raised in rising oil and gas prices
This must be used to support families across West Berkshire
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If sewage flooded your street every year, you’d want answers.
In Lambourn, rising groundwater overwhelms old pipes, forcing sewage out of manholes, onto doorsteps, businesses and the River Lambourn.
I’m pushing key agencies to move beyond temporary fixes to real solutions.
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The war in the Middle East has generated a £200m windfall for the Treasury through higher fuel costs.
Yesterday I pressed the Prime Minister to use that money to give immediate help to households feeling the pressure.
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Parents across Newbury and West Berkshire keep telling me how worried they are about children’s safety online
This Government consultation is a chance to change that. The Lib Dems have launched two surveys so your experiences, not just tech lobbyists, shape what happens next
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Delayed Post. Missed Deliveries. Rising Prices.
Across Newbury and West Berkshire, people are continuing to feel the impact of a postal service falling short.
Alongside colleagues, I’m pressing the Government, Ofcom, and Royal Mail for stronger action.
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Over 6.5 million animals approved for testing, and oversight is falling short.
I remain firmly behind Herbie’s Law to strengthen regulation and establish a firm timeline to phase out animal experimentation.
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4 million children in poverty, and costs are rising again.
Scrapping the two-child limit is a crucial first step, but families need help now, not months down the line.
We need emergency support and long-term action to tackle child poverty at its root.
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Small businesses shouldn't be left in a "no man’s land" without protection.
Testimonies from former Vodafone franchisees are a reminder of why franchise reform is needed.
I’ve joined MPs in writing to Vodafone’s CEO to seek answers and a more transparent system for all.
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Find out what the team and I have been up to in March.
From the local impact of events in Iran and the rural squeeze on fuel prices, to the fight for safer roads, Newbury’s flood defences, SEND provision, and so much more.
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Too many families are being let down by maternity care.
73% of units lack overnight consultant cover — when most births happen.
In West Berkshire, we must do better:
✔️ 24/7 specialists
✔️ 1-to-1 midwife care
✔️ Safer services for every family
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Wishing a very Happy Easter to all those celebrating this weekend. 🐣
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The Government is spending £1.4bn on flood defences, but Newbury and West Berkshire haven't received a penny.
Why is our community being left to face rising river levels and sewage surcharges with "fragile" infrastructure?
I’m demanding answers from the Secretary of State.
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Park home residents are being hit by an unfair 10% commission fee when they try to sell their home, leaving many people trapped in properties they no longer want to live in. I’m joining other MPs to call for a fairer system.
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Today is World Autism Awareness Day.
We need better understanding and better support, including timely diagnosis and access to the right services.
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Only 5% of farmers are under 35.
After hearing directly from young farmers in Parliament, it’s clear we risk losing a generation without action.
Farmers need better access to land, training schemes, and long-term funding support now.
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Last week, I hosted a roundtable discussion around the SEND reforms. Too many families are being let down by a system that is underfunded and difficult to navigate. Meaningful reform must be shaped with parents, so we can deliver the support our SEND communities need.
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Blanket retrospective changes to “Earned Settlement” aren’t fair.
Many who came to the UK and have followed all the rules now face longer routes to settlement and years of insecurity.
We need a system that is controlled and fair. One that keeps its promises.
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Finding an NHS dentist in West Berkshire is notoriously difficult. Most people are left with no option but to pay for expensive private dental care. I have written to the Health Secretary highlighting the challenges facing our practices and the urgent need for change.
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Online fraud is at epidemic levels.
The Government’s Fraud Strategy needs to go further to ensure Big Tech is held accountable for scams on their platforms and victims are properly protected.
Faster reforms and stronger regulation are needed now.
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Last week, I visited the Newbury and Thatcham Repair Café. With millions of repairable goods discarded each year in the UK, initiatives like this play an important role in extending product lifespans and supporting progress toward net‑zero.
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It was great to have a go at playing the drums on my recent visit to Good Vibes Music Academy. Places like Good Vibes bring so much to our community. However, funding cuts and rising costs are a challenge for many local creative organisations.
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Deeply disappointing that further A34 measures have been left out the Road Investment Strategy.
Residents have shared many worrying stories, and for such a vital but treacherous transport corridor, they deserve better.
This isn’t the end of the road. I’ll keep pushing.
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Last Friday, I had the pleasure of visiting Stacatruc, a successful Thatcham-based company that offers forklift truck hire and maintenance services. Thank you to the team who took the time to show me around and tell me about the business. It’s great to see local businesses doing so well.
Following 800 hours of sewage spills in the Winterborne stream, I’ve written to the CEO of Thames Water demanding urgent answers and action. Our rivers, our communities, and our environment deserve better.
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Last Friday, I had the pleasure of visiting Stacatruc, a successful Thatcham-based company that offers forklift truck hire and maintenance services. Thank you to the team who took the time to show me around and tell me about the business. It’s great to see local businesses doing so well.
I’m continuing to push for safer roads for horses & riders.
Yesterday I presented a petition in Parliament, backed by MPs across parties, calling for clearer rules & better driver awareness.
This campaign continues.
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Dedicated civil servants left without their pension, WASPI women still denied compensation - a pensions system that should protect people is failing them.
I’m calling for urgent Government action to support those affected.
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Last week, I had the pleasure of visiting the British Gas Academy in Thatcham to meet with their apprentices.
I was delighted to hear that since October last year, over 21,000 aspiring engineers have applied, and attitudes towards apprenticeships are beginning to change.
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