Political Working Lunch with Lee Dillon MP

We are pleased to invite Lee Dillon, MP for Newbury to participate in our 2026 Political Working Lunch series. These exclusive events, reserved for Chamber members, help businesses gain a deeper understanding of how Westminster works, and explore how the political landscape impacts the issues affecting the corporate sector.

Featuring sitting and former MPs and Ministers, these policy-focused sessions regularly attract a wide cross-section of delegates from across the region.

This event is in collaboration with Berkshire Youth to help promote their new Youth Hub in Newbury.

Insight into Lee Dillon MP

Lee Dillon, MP, is the Liberal Democrat MP for Newbury, elected in 2024 after previously serving as Leader of West Berkshire Council. A lifelong resident of Thatcham, Lee has represented the local community in a variety of council roles since 2007 and worked in social housing before entering Parliament. His political priorities include improving local healthcare services, supporting the rural economy, tackling the cost-of-living crisis and protecting the environment across West Berkshire. He serves on the Housing, Communities and Local Government Committee as well as on business and procedural committees.

Event Format

• Introduction by Pamela Farries,  Policy & Skills Manager, TVCC
  
• Introduction from Berkshire Youth and insight into the Newbury Centre
  
• Keynote: ‘View from Westminster’
  
• Roundtable conversation with selected businesses and students from the Thames Valley
  
• Q&A session with all delegates

Booking

This event is only open to TVCC members, and priority will be given to Newbury-based companies. Please kindly complete the checkout process to submit your booking request.

To submit a question, please contact the Business Representation & Policy team