News - Justin Tomlinson

Justin Tomlinson MP Attends War Memorials Trust Project Launch

Oct 12, 2011

Justin Tomlinson MP at War Memorials Trust 'In Memoram 2014' Project event with twoChelsea PensionersJustin Tomlinson today joined members of both Houses at an event organised by the War Memorials Trust and the SmartWater Foundation. The event was held to secure the support of MPs and Peers for the ‘In Memoriam 2014’ Project. 2014 will mark 100 years since the beginning of the First World War. In Memoriam 2014 is a project that offers greater protection for the war memorials erected ac...

Justin Tomlinson MP Swaps Question Time For Milk Time

Oct 11, 2011

Justin Tomlinson MP with two pupils of Westrop Primary SchoolJustin Tomlinson, MP for North Swindon today helped Westrop Primary School celebrate World School Milk Day by swapping his parliamentary duties for those of honorary milk monitor.Westrop Primary School is one of thousands of schools across more than 40 countries taking part in celebrations dedicated to World School Milk Day this month. The day encourages children to drink milk and aims to educate them about the benefits of milk.In the ...

Justin Tomlinson MP Chairs Meeting On Global Education For All

Oct 11, 2011

Justin Tomlinson MP Chairs the Meeting with (L to R) Christine Blower (General Secretary, NUT)Matarr Baldeh (Gambian National Coordnator, EFANet) and Marg Mayne (Chief Executive, VSO)Justin Tomlinson MP today chaired the meeting of the All Party Parliamentary Group On Global Education For All which met to discuss a report produced by the VSO and EFANet. The report, entitled ‘Valuing Teachers’, examines gender and equality in education in Sub-Saharan Africa. The meeting was an opportunity to cele...

Justin Tomlinson MP Speaks At Young People And Money Event

Oct 07, 2011

Justin Tomlinson MP speaks at the Young People and Money panel event nextto Linda Jack from the Money Advice Service (left, Chair)As Chair of the All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Financial Education For Young People, Justin Tomlinson MP was invited to speak at a panel event on Young People and Money. The event was held at the ‘Youth Zone’ at Conservative Party Conference in Manchester. Supported by the National Youth Agency, the Youth Zone was a dedicated meeting area for a programme of...

Justin Tomlinson MP Speaks At Financial Well-Being Panel Event

Oct 07, 2011

Justin Tomlinson MP speaks at the panel event with (left to right) Teresa Perchard (Citizens Advice), Justin Tomlinson MP, Paul Lewis (Radio 4), Danielle Walker-Palmour (Friends of ProvidentFoundation) & Delroy Corinaldi (Consumer Credit Counselling Service) Having worked hard in Parliament on the subject of financial education and protecting vulnerable consumers, Justin Tomlinson MP was invited to speak at a Financial Well Being panel event about his thoughts on the future of financial incl...

Justin Tomlinson MP Pulls Pints At The Launch Of The Dockle Farmhouse Beer Festival

Oct 07, 2011

Justin Tomlinson MP pours a pint at the Dockle Farmhouse's beer festivalJustin Tomlinson MP was this week behind the bar at the Dockle Farmhouse pulling pints to mark the launch of the pub’s beer festival. Running for a fortnight from the 5th October, the festival showcases a wide variety of beers from local brewers, giving them a fantastic platform to promote their beers and help them grow their business.The event was a great opportunity for Justin, as a member of the All-Party Parliamentar...

Justin Tomlinson Delivers Welcome Speech At Isambard School Prizegiving

Sep 28, 2011

Justin Tomlinson MP with staff and students at Isambard SchoolJustin Tomlinson MP today joined pupils, parents and teachers to give the Welcome Speech at Isambard School’s Prizegiving Evening.Justin Tomlinson MP said: “I am delighted to have been invited to speak at Isambard’s prizegiving evening. With all the talent seen here tonight, the students are real ambassadors for the school and assets to their local community. I'd like to wish all the prizewinners my warmest congratulations.”Cong...

Justin Tomlinson MP Helps Fundraise With Swindon Cats Protection

Sep 28, 2011

Justin Tomlinson MP mans the Swindon Cats Protection StallJustin Tomlinson MP joined the early risers to help Swindon Cats Protection with their Saturday morning fundraising stall. Shoppers at the Co-Op in Highworth were incredibly generous, donating loose change and supporting the stall.Justin Tomlinson MP said: “I am delighted to help Swindon Cats Protection with their fundraising efforts. They do a fantastic job in our local community.”Swindon Cats Protection has currently has about 30 cats...

Justin Tomlinson MP Draws Purple Pig Competition Winners

Sep 28, 2011

Justin Tomlinson MP with Becky Strafford drawing the winnersJustin Tomlinson MP was delighted to meet business owner Becky Strafford and draw the winners of her ‘Win a Wedding Planner Competition’. Over the summer over 100 brides and grooms entered Purple Pig Events competition to win their Whole Kiss and Caboodle package providing the winners with a complete wedding planning service.Justin Tomlinson MP said: ‘Supporting new business is important to both the local and national economy. Purple...

Justin Cheers On Supermarine After New Sponsorship Deal

Sep 28, 2011

Local MP, Justin Tomlinson, is backing Swindon Supermarine to have a successful FA Cup run as he joined the Marine faithful on the road. Justin, a huge supporter of the non-league side, leant his support to the South Marston side and has often been seen supporting the side home & away in recent years. The match against Cirencester Town was the first outing for Supermarine in their new kit having secured a sponsorship deal with Wonga.com for the 2011/2012 season. Justin Tomlinson MP said: ...