News - Justin Tomlinson

Swindon Advertiser Weekly Article - 20th December

Dec 27, 2013

The most difficult thing about any economic downturn is the subsequent rise in unemployment that almost always follows. The economic crash of 2008-2009 was no exception. Despite the then Government’s best attempts, the economy shrank significantly and thousands of people lost their jobs. If there are two things we can take from the last 100 years, one is that unemployment is a sad reality of economic ruin and the other is that every Labour Government has always left office with unemployment high...

Justin Welcomes Major Boost In Funding For Local Schools

Dec 27, 2013

Disadvantaged primary students in Swindon will benefit from an extra £7.8m next year, designed to help bridge the gap between them and their peers. The money is being made available through The Pupil Premium, which provides additional funding given to schools to help them support their disadvantaged pupils. The cash can be used by schools to pay for stationary boxes for pupils, educational visits and after school activities. The Government gave £1.875bn in 2013-14, with schools attracting £900 p...

Justin Wins National Road Safety Award For Campaign To Protect Young Drivers

Dec 17, 2013

Justin Tomlinson, MP for North Swindon, has been given a national road safety award by the charity Brake and Direct Line Group for his work campaigning to reform the way young people learn to drive to prevent devastating road crashes. Justin launched his campaign in June 2013 after two horrendous crashes in May 2013 killed three teenagers in Swindon within the space of a week, bringing home the dangers faced by young and newly qualified drivers and their passengers. Young drivers are involved in...

Swindon Advertiser Weekly Article - 13th December

Dec 17, 2013

Back in 2008 when the financial crisis and subsequent recession hit, Swindon was on the cusp of regeneration. The crisis wiped over 7% off our economy. That is thousands of millions, billions, of pounds gone, erased by the failure to recognise that economic growth based on debt was unsustainable. The 2008 crisis cost the UK dearly, it cost every citizen dearly (to the tune of £1700) and it cost Swindon dearly, erasing any hope of the regeneration we so badly wanted. I am sad to say that some ...

Local MP Backs Scheme To Help Young People Into Work

Dec 17, 2013

Local McDonald’s franchisee Paul Booth teamed up with Jobcentre Plus and learndirect to hold a ‘How to get Hired’ workshop at his restaurant in Cockleberrry, Swindon. The free session is part of a pilot scheme that aims to help 18-24 year olds in Swindon who have been unemployed for longer than three months to build the skills and confidence needed to get their first career break. Paul is also currently recruiting for 25 new job opportunities spanning all levels from crew through to managem...

Justin Welcomes £35million Investment At Swindon Designer Outlet

Dec 10, 2013

Swindon Designer Outlet began work today on the regeneration of the historic Long Shop building, part of the Grade II-listed Great Western Railway Works. The regeneration is part of a £35-million investment to incorporate the Long Shop as part of the extension and enhancement of Swindon Designer Outlet, which will relaunch the centre as a key retail destination in the South-West of England. This will be the third extension of the centre, since it opened in 1997. The extension will create around ...

Prime Minister Calls Up North Swindon MP For Chequers Lunch With British Sports Stars

Dec 10, 2013

'When Saturday comes' took on a whole new meaning for North Swindon MP Justin Tomlinson when he received a late call on Friday 6 December to join Prime Minister David Cameron for lunch at his country residence the following day. The PM hosted a gathering for British sports stars of the past, present and future and gave a speech about the contribution that sport makes to British culture. He also described the impact of sporting achievement on the nation's standing across the world. Justin said he...

Swindon Advertiser Weekly Article - 6th December

Dec 10, 2013

Whilst the annual Budget dates back centuries, the Autumn Statement is a relatively new addition to the Parliamentary calendar. First delivered by Denis Healey in 1976, it is a chance to outline the economic state of the nation and the Government’s financial plans.In 1976, Britain faced economic crisis, fuelled by spending commitments that vastly outpaced the taxes paid by hardworking families. Just a month before the Labour Chancellor delivered the first Autumn Statement, Britain had to turn ...

Justin Tomlinson MP Welcomes Autumn Statement

Dec 10, 2013

Britain’s economic plan is working, but the job is not yet done – we need to keep taking the difficult decisions to secure the economy for the long-term. The biggest risk to Britain comes from those who would abandon the plan – and borrow and spend more. Our long-term plan will secure a responsible recovery for all. The Autumn Statement shows the plan is working: Growth upgraded. GDP forecasts are revised up from 0.6% to 1.4% in 2013 and from 1.8% to 2.4% in 2014. Employment up. Forecasts of em...

Justin Champions Local Retailers During Parliamentary Debate

Dec 05, 2013

North Swindon MP, Justin Tomlinson, highlighted the importance of supporting local retailers, young entrepreneurs and the high street during a debate he led in Westminster. Justin, who is the Co-Chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Retail and Vice-Chair of the APPG for the High Street and Town Centre, outlined how Government is supporting the small-business owners who have led the recovery and how the £50million regeneration of Regent’s Circus will mean retailers can create new j...