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. More: buff.ly/sqlTy9m

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. More: buff.ly/ulTkP4Q

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. More: buff.ly/AWBjUnN

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. More: buff.ly/r5LrccJ

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. More: buff.ly/WQOFoPg

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 More: buff.ly/TuO5KXk

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. More: buff.ly/RCtE0B5

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. More: buff.ly/4mn81r7

Today is World Autism Awareness Day. We need better understanding and better support, including timely diagnosis and access to the right services. More: buff.ly/XBITKgm

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. More: buff.ly/5dwnkHd

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. More: buff.ly/XBITKgm

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. More: buff.ly/PlMiyAU

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. More: buff.ly/TtcVWU4

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. More: buff.ly/ZoHDR96

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. More: buff.ly/m84b1RK

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. More: buff.ly/NsAzWIJ

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. More: buff.ly/jcjmJke

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. More: buff.ly/touYQ2D

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. More: buff.ly/lNqdTSU

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. More: buff.ly/eXrkZiD

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. More: buff.ly/ONTeQwk

Children in West Berkshire are now facing 12-month delays in accessing essential mental health support. As the NHS fails to meet the needs of so many, charities like Response are stepping in, but demand still far outstrips their capacity. More: buff.ly/Ovqph5w

Our hospitality and tourism sectors support around 3.1 million jobs and generate around £147 billion per year. Any proposal for a tourist tax must be properly scrutinised and implemented with full transparency, balancing local development with sustained growth of the sector. More: buff.ly/NlVT9Be

A new parliamentary inquiry will look at whether student loan repayments are fair, & they want to hear from you. If loans have affected you, share your experience here: buff.ly/SqaZfZF More: buff.ly/Cf1lODp

Nearly 20,000 horse-related incidents in 10 years. On their 10-year anniversary, I’m continuing to back the British Horse Society Dead Slow campaign - pass horses at 10mph and leave 2 metres space. A simple change can save lives. More: buff.ly/jEUQJJu

It’s Red Nose Day! Thanks to all the schools, communities, individuals & businesses in Newbury & West Berkshire taking part & raising funds. Every donation to Comic Relief helps fight poverty, support health, and transform lives. buff.ly/T89Hvr7

I’ve heard from a number of constituents that Evri parcels are still going missing, arriving late, or being delivered to the wrong address. I’ve prepared a short update on the situation and the steps I’ve taken to raise the issue further. More: buff.ly/BE2v2NI

I’ve heard from residents worried about the meningitis outbreak in Kent & the sad deaths of two young people. My thoughts are with their families & all affected. UK Health Security Agency is clear the wider risk remains low. Know the symptoms & contact NHS 111 if concerned. More: buff.ly/c9uI9s8

The Rosebank oil field is not the answer to spiralling gas and oil prices. The real solution is clean, homegrown renewables that lower costs and protect households from global shocks. More: buff.ly/Eab4DyB

Extending the Ukraine Permission Extension Scheme is welcome news for Ukrainian families rebuilding their lives here in the UK. Our support remains’ unwavering for those given sanctuary here and for Ukraine’s fight for freedom. More: buff.ly/T8t93wO

The NHS backlog has soared to £15.9bn, and the Royal Berkshire rebuild won’t be ready until 2045. In Newbury, local services are doing heroic work, but we need action and community led care now, not decades down the line. More: buff.ly/qYSCMuM

This week I raised the ongoing uncertainty the Family Farm Tax is causing for our farmers. Farming is vital to our food security, rural economy, and environment - it's vital they are given real support and certainty. I'll keep calling for the tax to be scrapped. More: buff.ly/Z23mZfg

Our high streets are the heart of our communities, but many small businesses are under huge pressure from rising costs, business rates and energy prices. I’ve written to the Chancellor calling for urgent support for local businesses. More: our-high-streets-need-immediate-support

Fuel prices up, heating-oil costs surging, and 13,296 local homes left off‑grid with zero protection. People in Newbury & West Berkshire shouldn’t be abandoned like this. More: buff.ly/YzQLvfE

Fuel prices are rising again and rural communities are often hit hardest. Around 30% of homes in Newbury are off the gas grid, leaving families exposed to heating oil price spikes. I've raised this with ministers and will keep pushing for urgent action. More: buff.ly/YzQLvfE

Over the past year, there has been a 63% increase in the number of households living in temporary accommodation in West Berkshire. I am calling for additional dedicated funding for local authorities to deliver homelessness services, as well as an increase in social housing. More: buff.ly/77v53es

It was great to attend the Holi Festival celebrations at St. Barts over the weekend with members of Newbury’s Indian community. Lots of great food, wonderful people, and vibrant colours to welcome the arrival of spring. Thank you for inviting me to join the celebrations.

I met with the Housing Minister to demand a fix for the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) "paperwork trap". The Government admits the 2010 rules shouldn't apply to householders in the same way as big developers. I'm fighting for a fair exemption for residents. More: buff.ly/ZDeAvgT

I frequently meet and hear of people doing extremely valuable work to improve life in the constituency. This is a fantastic opportunity to recognise the contribution volunteers, fundraisers and community groups are making to the community. Submit your nomination before 31st March: buff.ly/r8Q3X85

A huge thank you to Mrs Hicks’ Year 5 class at St Finian’s for your fantastic letters on plastic pollution. You’re right, we must do more to reduce single-use plastics and protect our oceans. Keep speaking up, and I’ll keep pushing for change in Parliament. More: buff.ly/9x7MmVO

I spoke in Parliament yesterday about turning defence spending into real capability for our Armed Forces. Today the PM offered little reassurance to families worried about rising energy costs from the escalating events in the Middle East. More: buff.ly/pGs35EW

Dispensing GP surgeries like the Downland Practice are a lifeline for rural communities. But underfunding puts their future at risk. After visiting the practice, I have written to the Department for Health and Social Care to highlight the need for greater investment. More: buff.ly/sFwFEjn

Today is World Book Day! Reading for pleasure is one of the strongest drivers of social mobility and build children’s confidence and empathy. Yet fewer young people are reading for fun than at any point in 20 years. We must rediscover the magic of books. More:

Politics simply isn’t working for far too many people. The Elections Bill contains some welcome reforms but doesn’t go enough to radically alter our creaking system. We need a cap on political donations and a proportional voting system to restore people’s confidence. More: buff.ly/HfujDPh

Growth downgraded. NHS pressures ignored. Rural communities facing higher fuel costs. In today's Spring Statement, Newbury and West Berkshire needed a real plan to raise living standards. They didn't get one. More: buff.ly/BqhUgET

Today is World Wildlife Day. The natural world underpins our health, our economy and those of the next generation. Yet since 1970, global animal populations have declined by an average of 73% We must do more to protect the precious natural systems that we all depend on. More: buff.ly/MRHmpcG