News - Justin Tomlinson

Justin Meets Organisers Of The Swindon Half Marathon

May 29, 2018

North Swindon MP Justin Tomlinson has met with Graeme Hardie of the organisation 113 Events, to discuss the plans for this year’s Swindon Half Marathon, following its successful launch in 2017. Graeme Hardie outlined minor changes to the route from last year, including access to the bridge near the Outlet Centre, which will divert runners around more of Swindon’s heritage buildings. The route still retains many of the town’s landmarks including; the Magic Roundabout, the County Ground, the Outle...

Local MP Visits Swindon Personalisation Firm GS InStyle

May 25, 2018

North Swindon MP Justin Tomlinson MP has met local business owners Andrew and Jelena Geidans, to see an innovative new service they offer.Andrew and Jelena own GS InStyle, a company which provides personalised clothing, bags and accessories. Since opening five years ago the business has gone from strength to strength, processing up to 2,500 items a day and providing clothing for a number of schools and groups across Swindon - including Red Oaks Primary, Brook Field, and Draycott Sports Camp.The ...

North Swindon MP Meets Council Head Of Highways To Discuss Local Roads

May 25, 2018

North Swindon MP Justin Tomlinson sat down with Swindon Borough Council’s Head of Highways Jason Humm to get an update on highways matters in Swindon.Justin meets Jason regularly to keep up to speed on Swindon’s roads and various highway projects.In the latest meeting the pair discussed a number of issues including Thamesdown Drive, Redhouse Way, Greenbridge Roundabout, The White Hart Roundabout, North Star Development, Mead Way and other general matters such as potholes and parking.Justin Tomli...

Swindon Advertiser Column: We Will Not Tolerate The Poaching Of Elephants

May 25, 2018

When I was younger, I used to love watching Wildlife on One. For those of you who don’t remember it (or are too young to have watched it), for over three decades Sir David Attenborough brought animals from every corner of the world into the corner of living rooms across the nation.These half hour windows on the natural world have stayed with me. Since being elected to Parliament eight years ago, I have actively campaigned to improve our understanding of wildlife & the environment, and to str...

Justin Continues His Campaign To Secure Superfast Fibre Broadband For North Swindon Residents

May 23, 2018

Justin Tomlinson MP and Haydon Wick Parish Councillor Vinay Manro have met with Paul Coles of BT Openreach to get an update on all outstanding works for the roll out of BT Superfast Fibre Broadband across SwindonSince being elected in 2010 Justin has actively campaigned for increased access to Superfast Fibre Broadband. This has seen him work with resident groups like North & Rural Swindon Better Broadband, and has already resulted in securing extensive investment from internet service provi...

Justin Tomlinson MP Meets With Royal British Legion To Discuss Support For The Armed Forces Community

May 22, 2018

Justin Tomlinson MP has met with The Royal British Legion’s local Area Manager Alistair Maxwell to discuss support for the Armed Forces community in Swindon and Wiltshire.The Royal British Legion is the country’s largest Armed Forces charity, and provides support for many thousands of veterans, serving personnel and their families. Justin attended a Legion event in Parliament to show his support for the charity’s work, and met with the local Area Manager to discuss current issues facing the Arme...

North Swindon MP Welcomes Swindon Headteacher To Parliament To Meet With The Schools Minister

May 22, 2018

North Swindon MP Justin Tomlinson has welcomed Swindon Academy & Nova Hreod executive headteacher Ruth Robinson to Parliament to meet with the Schools Minister and discuss the work being done to provide every child with an opportunity to reach their full potential.Last year, the Schools Minister Nick Gibb visited Swindon and saw first hand the work Ruth and teachers at Swindon Academy were doing to provide students with the best start in life. In particular, the Minister heard about Swindon ...

Justin Joins The Countryfile Team To Celebrate 30 Years On Air

May 22, 2018

Justin Tomlinson MP has joined TV legend John Craven to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the first episode of the BBC programme Countryfile.Countryfile is a weekly programme, which airs on BBC One every Sunday and reports on rural, agricultural, & environmental issues in the United Kingdom. Over the years, the programme has provided a window into rural life for people across the country, and educated people on issues including farming & climate change.The programme is one of the most vi...

Local MP Discusses Improving Targeted Support For The Most Vulnerable Around The World

May 21, 2018

Local MP Justin Tomlinson has met with representatives from the Coalition for Global Prosperity to discuss how the United Kingdom can improve targeting support for the most vulnerable around the world.The Coalition for Global Prosperity brings together political, military, business and faith leaders to improve the way Britain helps in saving lives, alleviating poverty, delivering security and creating prosperity around the globe. In recent years, the Government has helped to support the most vul...

Local MP Opens New Extension At Aqualush

May 21, 2018

North Swindon MP Justin Tomlinson has officially opened an extension at local business success story, Aqualush, which will expand the existing shop floor and create a new reptile section.Aqualush, based in BSS House at Cheney Manor Industrial Estate, specialise in aquatic and marine wildlife and stock a range from smaller cold water to highly prized tropical fish. Aqualush additionally sell; a range of tanks, living coral, filters, feed and just about anything the fish owner would need to get st...