Since flooding in recent years, Lib Dem controlled West Berkshire Council is developing district-wide plans for flood and drainage improvements.
West Berkshire Council’s budget for 2025/26 includes £2.4m towards a number of projects recommended to help control pollution to our precious chalk stream: the Lambourn.
Liberal Democrat Councillor Chris Read has worked alongside Bucklebury Estate to increase access to Bucklebury Common at Burdens’ Heath.
Liberal Democrat West Berkshire Council is installing as many electric vehicle (EV) charging points as possible in its off- street cars parks. For example in Hungerford, a pair of charging points was installed in late 2024 next to the Hungerford Hub.
In January, Lib Dem controlled West Berkshire Council announced kerbside collections have been extended making it easier to recycle certain pots, tubs, and trays.
Lib Dems taking care of our roads in Newbury Central.
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West Berkshire Council Newbury Central Lib Dem Councillors Martin Colston and Louise Sturgess argued strongly and consistently for refusal of the unwelcome Eagle Quarter plans.
Lee Dillon MP reflects on his first 100 days in office, from tackling local issues like sewage, healthcare, and the cost-of-living crisis, to advocating for Newbury in Parliament. Read about his accomplishments and plans for the future.
I recently visited the Jockey Club Estate in Lambourn, meeting with trainers to discuss the challenges facing the racing industry.