Lee Pitcher

Lee Michael Pitcher (born 18 July 1977) is a British Labour Party politician who has served as Member of Parliament (MP) for Doncaster East and the Isle of Axholme since 2024.

Early life and education Lee Michael Pitcher was born on 18 July 1977.

Pitcher was homeless for a period as a child, and was also a victim of bullying at school which he has said was due to the length of his trousers. He later earned a Master's degree.

Political Pitcher was the chair and mayor of Hatfield Town Council from 2023 to 2024. Prior to being selected as prospective parliamentary candidate, Pitcher worked as head of partnerships for Yorkshire Water.

In the 2024 general election, Pitcher was elected MP for the seat of Doncaster East and the Isle of Axholme; winning 15,122 votes, with a majority of 2,311 votes. He made his maiden speech on 18 July 2024.

Personal life Pitcher is a member of the Doncaster Lions. He is a supporter of West Ham United.

Pitcher is married with children, and his family lives in the Doncaster East and the Isle of Axholme constituency.

In 2022, he was selected to carry the Queen's Platinum Jubilee Baton at the Commonwealth Games.