News - Justin Tomlinson

Justin Tomlinson MP Welcomes Electrification Announcement

Mar 02, 2011

The Government has announced plans to electrify the Great Western Main Line, from London to Cardiff, which includes Swindon. This work will take place over the next 6 years, as part of the Governments drive to deliver an improved, more sustainable train network.This will allow:An increase in capacity on the line, reducing overcrowding and allow for better value ticketsFaster train journeys, cutting the typical Swindon to London journey by 15 minutesHelp Swindon attract further business investme...

Justin Tomlinson MP Lends Support To Save Kidderminster Harriers Campaign

Mar 02, 2011

Kidderminster Harriers FC faced financial meltdown this week, with £155,000 needed to be raised immediately to pay overdue tax bills. With debts looking set to overwhelm the football club, there was a very real prospect that Kidderminster Harriers would follow in the steps of all too many football clubs in recent years and have no choice but to fold.Supporters of the football club, lead by the excellent 'Kidderminster Harriers Independent Supporters Trust' launched a 'Save our Club&...

Tadpole Farm, Developers Meeting

Mar 01, 2011

With Crest Nicholson working on proposals to build 1700 houses on Tadpole Farm, north of Tadpole Lane, in the Northern Sector, Justin Tomlinson MP organised a meeting to discuss fellow local residents concerns.Ward Councillors, Redhouse Residents Association, Oakhurst Residents Association and Roger Ogle, Editor of Swindon Link were invited to meet with Crest Nicholson.Crest Nicholson set out their draft proposals, and details for the forthcoming consultation meetings, where local residents can...

National Heritage Railway Association Annual Dinner & Awards, STEAM Museum

Feb 28, 2011

Justin Tomlinson MP Having Presented the HRA Annual Award for Small Groups -Awarded to the Pontypool & Blaenavon RailwayI was very pleased to attend the National Heritage Railway Association annual dinner and awards ceremony, held at STEAM museum. The annual dinner and awards recognised the excellent work amongst volunteers and enthusiasts throughout the country, for which I presented the award for 'Small Groups'.I was delighted that STEAM museum was selected by the HRA as the venue...

Justin Tomlinson MP & Robert Buckland MP, Construction Apprentices For The Day

Feb 28, 2011

As part of National Apprenticeship Week (7 - 11 February 2011), CITB-ConstructionSkills and local employer England Carpentry has invited Robert Buckland, MP for South Swindon, and Justin Tomlinson, MP for North Swindon, to visit a live construction project at a Barratt Homes development in Swindon to experience life as an apprentice for the day.The aim of National Apprenticeship Week is to highlight the talents and skills of apprentices and encourage young people and employers to think about how...

Inaugural APPG Meeting For Financial Education For Young People

Feb 15, 2011

Justin Tomlinson MP with Martin Lewis - MoneySavingExpert.com Following on from the successful launch of the All-Party Parliamentary Group for Financial Education for Young People we had our inaugural meeting.The meeting was packed with supporting MPs and organisations as we planned our timetable of meetings and action.The group with focus on 4 core areas:Primary & Secondary School EducationFurther Education, Apprenticeships & Work Based TrainingHigher EducationVulnerable ChildrenThe APPG will b...

Justin Tomlinson MP Supports Moves To Prevent Prisoners From Voting

Feb 15, 2011

Justin Tomlinson MP today voted to keep the ban on prisoners voting, in defiance of a ruling by the European Court of Human Rights.MPs have overwhelmingly supported this motion, voting in favour 234 to 22 - a majority of 212.The House of Commons' decision is not binding, but could put pressure on ministers to go against the Strasbourg court's decision.Justin Tomlinson MP, "This was an essential vote, as we have given a crystal clear message to Ministers to go against the Strasbourg court...

Justin Tomlinson MP Secures Donation For Inner Flame

Feb 15, 2011

Justin Tomlinson MP has secured a small donation for local charity 'Inner Flame', which will enable them to provide a free session in a local school or college.Inner Flame’s vision is:"To inspire and support young people to live rich, happy and fulfilling lives, and to be excited about who they are"Fire Me Up!, is Inner Flame's flagship programme. It is a residential course for people aged 14-19. Participants experience a unique opportunity for personal growth and development throug...

Justin Tomlinson MP Supports Youth Sport Swindon Bid

Feb 15, 2011

Justin Tomlinson MP has supported a local bid to secure Big Lottery money for a project called "Youth Sport Swindon".This project aims to: 1. Improve the quality of life of disadvantaged young people, and the communities in which they live, by delivering sport, volunteering and leadership programmes, which will nurture sporting talent and develop community leaders. Quality of life will improved by meeting the 4 outcomes of:Reduction in anti social behaviour Improvement of health Increase in vol...

Prime Minister, David Cameron Visits Swindon

Feb 10, 2011

David Cameron With Stratton St Margaret Cllr Mark Edwards& Family During Today's VisitTHE Prime Minister has told Swindon that ‘in spite of the cuts your future is bright’.During a visit to the town’s Honda factory yesterday afternoon, David Cameron said the town has “immense potential” and others should follow its example.He said Swindon Council’s chief executive’s decision to accept a pay cut was a move not enough councils were following.Before a question-and-answer session with Honda ...