News - Justin Tomlinson

Local MP Discusses Faith In Modern Society At Church Event In Highworth

Dec 08, 2014

North Swindon MP, Justin Tomlinson, was joined by the Bishop of Bristol, Revd Mike Hill, to speak to a crowded St Michael's Church in Highworth, on the issue of faith in today's society. Justin began the evening by outlining what faith means to him, and how it can be a positive force in today's society. With the recent recession and people's increasingly hectic lives, Justin highlighted that having faith, whether it be in a religion, a person, or even a sports team; can offer somebody hope, comf...

Justin Welcomes Chancellor's Autumn Statement

Dec 03, 2014

North Swindon MP, Justin Tomlinson, has welcomed the Chancellor's 'Autumn Statement' which has set out the current positive economic situation and the steps that the Government will take to cut taxes, boost employment and businesses, grow the economy and support families, students and vital charitable organisations.This Autumn Statement forecasts show: A falling deficit – the deficit will be down by a half this year. The deficit has been halved in four years and we will run a surplus in our bud...

North Swindon MP Joins MS Therapy Centre Volunteers For Christmas Fair

Dec 02, 2014

Local MP, Justin Tomlinson, was pleased to join volunteers at the Swindon Multiple Sclerosis Therapy Centre Christmas Fair over the weekend.The MS Society supports those people in Swindon who are fighting Multiple Sclerosis, a neurological disease which affects over 100,000 nationally. The Society also aims to help families whose loved ones are battling the illness which affects the Central Nervous System. The Christmas Fair was used an opportunity to not only raise money to support the charity,...

Justin Pledges Help Stamp Out Wildlife Crime

Dec 01, 2014

Justin Tomlinson MP has highlighted his concerns about wildlife cybercrime following a shocking report released this week by the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW) which shows how thousands of endangered species are bought and sold on the Internet, many advertised without any form of supporting documentation.Wanted – Dead or Alive, Exposing Online Wildlife Trade reveals that, in early 2014, an intense six-week investigation found a total of 33,006 endangered wildlife and wildlife parts...

Swindon MPs Pledge To Support Local Carers

Nov 28, 2014

Local MPs, Justin Tomlinson and Robert Buckland, have spoken out on national Carers’ Rights Day to support Carers UK’s campaign urging people caring for ill or disabled loved ones to find out about the financial and practical support they are entitled to.There are an estimated 19480 carers across Swindon and around 6.5 million unpaid carers in the UK, who provide care and support to family, friends and neighbours, saving the country an estimated £119 billion each year. Justin and Robert have bo...

Swindon Advertiser Weekly Article - 28th November

Nov 28, 2014

Last week, my wife Jo and I joined the hundreds of people who had gathered at Wharf Green in the town centre to celebrate the Swindon Christmas light switch on. We were entertained by talented youngsters from Swindon Dance, an aerial hoop performance and of course, the act of the evening - Britain's Got Talent winners, Ashleigh and Pudsey.Town centre management firm, InSwindon, did a fantastic job of organising the evening and it was great to see the town centre lit up in preparation for the fes...

Justin Welcomes Youth MP As Part Of Takeover Day

Nov 28, 2014

Justin Tomlinson MP has welcomed one of the region's Members of the UK Youth Parliament to work with him in Swindon to gain experience and experience a day in the life of a constituency MP. Member of the Youth Parliament (MYP), Tara Paxton-Doggett, was elected by young people, to represent young people, across the region and has earned support for her efforts from the Prime Minister, David Cameron MP. Tara joined Justin as part of the Children's Commissioner's "Takeover Day" backed by the Youth ...

North Swindon MP Joins Outset Swindon To Welcome New Businesses

Nov 26, 2014

Local MP Justin Tomlinson was joined by star of the Apprentice, Neil Clough, and the Mayor of Swindon in congratulating Outset Swindon at its successful 'Building Business Connections Forum.' The Forum was held at the Blunsdon House Hotel and provided an opportunity for all of the businesses which Outset Swindon has helped to set-up, to showcase their talents and network with other budding entrepreneurs.Outset Swindon is a not-for-profit initiative delivering the multi-award winning Outset servi...

Justin & Jo Join The Crowds For Swindon's Christmas Lights Extravaganza

Nov 26, 2014

Justin and Jo Tomlinson were delighted to join special guests and InSwindon at this years Christmas light switch on.Hundreds of people packed into Wharf Green to watch the entertainment which included dancing by talented youngsters from Swindon Dance, an ariel hoop performance and of course, the act of the evening - Britain's Got Talent winners, Ashleigh and Pudsey.The whole event was organised by InSwindon, the town centre management firm, who are funded by local businesses to ensure that the t...

Justin & Local Councillors Call For Action On Redhouse Parking

Nov 26, 2014

Justin Tomlinson MP and local Conservative Councillors have called for action to be taken to help ease traffic and parking problems in Redhouse. The Redhouse Residents' meeting was organised by local St Andrew's Conservative Councillors, Vera Tomlinson, Mary Friend and Gemma McCracken. Justin was also in attendance to speak to residents and raise issues with Swindon Borough Council officers.Much of the meeting was occupied by the issue of parking in and around Redhouse - an issue which Justin an...