Who we are

Dr Paul Millard has worked as a GP in Newbury for many years, with a focus on Palliative Medicine. Paul founded the Newbury and District Cancer Care Trust in 1984 and led the appeal for funds for the Rainbow Rooms in the Community Hospital.
Paul is one of the project leaders behind the Rosemary Appeal, helping to bring advanced Cancer and Renal disease care to the people of Newbury and West Berkshire.

Dave’s qualifications and early career in computing focused mainly on design and project management in a large multinational, before taking up the I.T. Director role in a large city law firm. Prior to early retirement in 2008, Dave held various senior management roles in Siemens’ business and I.T. outsourcing division. Since 2010, Dave has been a Trustee, then Chair, of Dingley's Promise, a Berkshire based charity providing vital support for pre-school children with additional needs. After the care and support that Dave's wife, Lynne, received from the Sue Ryder nurses and Rainbow Room staff in her final weeks and days, Dave was inspired to join NCC as a trustee in early 2020, and took over as Chair in January 2021.

Helen joined Newbury Cancer Care in 2007 after 22 years in the RAF and a further 4 years in Admin Support for Thames Valley Police. She was appointed as Executive Officer in 2008 and is the main point of contact for NCC. Helen is responsible for the day to day running of the charity as well as managing the Transport Co-ordinator, volunteers and Trustees. Helen lives in Thatcham with her two daughters.

Avril was born in Lambourn and has lived and worked in the area most of her life.

Penny became a trustee in 2018. Penny is a solicitor with a law firm based in Newbury, and has lived for most of her life in the local area. Penny became involved with the charity after losing a close relative to cancer and experiencing the valuable support of Newbury Cancer Care.

Emma lives in Thatcham with her husband and daughter and has worked as a marketing expert within a diverse range of industry sectors from retail to energy generation and is a member of the Chartered Institute of Marketing. Emma has been involved with Newbury Cancer Care since 2009, when her grandmother passed away from multiple myeloma and joined us as a Trustee in August 2019 after her mum passed away from cancer. Emma has a clear objective to promote the charity and fundraise for Newbury Cancer Care so that it can continue to support patients and their families at their most needed time in and around West Berkshire.

Clare has lived in the Newbury area for over 30 years and became aware of the charity when a close family member was diagnosed with a terminal illness. Clare has a HR & Business Operations background and currently works for a global software company.

Ashley joined Newbury Cancer Care as a trustee in 2024. Ashley has lived with his family in Newbury since 2005 and is active with charitable organisations including the Rotary Club of Newbury. He brings extensive business experience from an international career in the telecommunications industry for over 40 years. In addition, Ashley brings valuable insights into local cancer treatment and support services from his personal experience. Ashley is excited to be a member of the trustee team and looks forward to helping Newbury Cancer Care meet the needs of the local community.

Rashmi became a Trustee for Newbury Cancer Care in August 2023.  Having lost
her younger brother to a Brain Tumour and experiencing the services of cancer
charities and hospices, she wanted to get involved with a charity in the local area.
 She lived in Compton for 24 years and moved to Woolton Hill five years ago.
She has an IT background and in her 35-year career she worked for major multi-
nationals including Hewlett Packard, Apple and Ericsson. In the last 20 years, she
specialised in Cyber Security and has appeared several times on TV and Radio both
in the UK and around the world as a subject matter expert and was well known on
the conference circuit as a speaker.
Rashmi was diagnosed with cancer in 2012 and appreciates the value of services
that local cancer charities can provide.  She currently manages the Risk Register for
Newbury Cancer Care and looks forward to being a valuable member of the team.

I have been a Newbury resident for over 30 years having lived in both Thatcham and Speen. I have been a Parish Councillor, supporter of the Watermill Theatre. I also support several military charities in the south and nationally.
I served 39 years in the British Army and retired as a Lt Col. I am currently a committee member for the Office for Veterans Affairs, South East. A Cabinet Office appointment.
I have been a volunteer driver for NCC for many years and agreed to become a Trustee in 2023.
A keen golfer, currently Club Captain of Sandford Springs GC. A fully retired rugby player, squash player and boxer.
I now enjoy helping and making people smile.

Julie has recently taken a step back from the corporate world after nearly 40 years in the Pharmaceutical industry with the last 10 years being in Human Resources. She has also been a resident in the area for over 20 years where she volunteers on a regular basis in the community. Julie was diagnosed with Breast Cancer in March 2024 and has been going through her own cancer journey over the last year. Julie is delighted to join Newbury Cancer Care as a trustee and would like to support the charity that has made a significant impact to her life and many local cancer patients.

Becky has worked in the charity sector for the past 10 years and currently works as the Fundraising Events Manager for a local Hospice. She is keen to bring her experience in charity work, fundraising, and marketing to Newbury Cancer Care, contributing her skills wherever they can be most valuable. A lifelong resident of the area, Becky is passionate about supporting and giving back to her local community.