Motion text
That this House warmly congratulates the winners and highly commended nominees of the 2026 Community Champion Awards in West Berkshire; recognises Mike Karasinski, Volunteer of the Year, for founding and running NaDDS, a neurodivergent men’s support group providing vital mental health support; praises Cold Ash Countryside Volunteers, Community Group of the Year, for transforming the Wildlife Allotment Garden into a thriving community space; applauds Tim Barton, recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award, for more than 45 years of dedicated voluntary service; celebrates the compassion, commitment, and tireless work shown by volunteers across West Berkshire; and thanks all those who give their time and energy to improving our local communities.
Signatures (7)
The first 6 Members who have signed to support the motion are the sponsors. The primary sponsor is generally the person who tabled the motion and has responsibility for it. The date shown is when the Member signed the motion.
Dillon, Mr Lee
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
23 February 2026
Shannon, Jim
Democratic Unionist Party
Signed on
24 February 2026
Dyke, Sarah
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
24 February 2026
Maguire, Helen
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
24 February 2026
Jones, Clive
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
25 February 2026
van Mierlo, Freddie
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
2 March 2026
In addition to the sponsors, the following Members have signed to support the motion.
There are no withdrawn signatures for this motion.