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
Pitcher was homeless for a period as a child, and also was a victim of bullying at school. He later earned a Master's degree.

Career
Pitcher previously worked three jobs simultaneously. He is also the Chair of Governors for Travis St Lawrence Church of England School in Hatfield, and was also a voluntary Chairman of an Arts and Culture school.

Political
On 6 August 2023, Pitcher was selected as the Labour Party candidate for Doncaster East and the Isle of Axholme. Prior to being selected as prospective parliamentary candidate, Pitcher worked as partnership manager for Yorkshire Water.

He was the chair and Mayor of Hatfield Town Council from 2023 to 2024.

In the 2024 general election, Pitcher garnered 15,122 votes, with a majority of 2,311 votes.

Personal life
Pitcher is a member of the Doncaster lions. In 2022, he was selected to carry the Queen's Platinum Jubilee Baton at the commonwealth games.