Justin Tomlinson

Justin Tomlinson

North Swindon

Swindon Advertiser Column - We Have Built A Tough And Fair Immigration System

Swindon Advertiser Column - We Have Built A Tough And Fair Immigration System

I mentioned in my column last week that I was set to head to the 15th Petersberg Climate Dialogue event in Berlin, with a particular focus on international climate finance. In my new role, I was to lead the UK delegation, where I was the UK’s voice in all the presentations, workshops and 1-1 meetings with other nations. To be sat next to such experienced and well-respected international politicians was a very proud moment and I was very grateful to my counterparts from the US and Uganda for th...

Swindon Advertiser Column - Exciting First Week As Minister

Swindon Advertiser Column - Exciting First Week As Minister

In Parliament, it has been an exciting first full week in my new role as the Minister of State for Energy Security and Net Zero. Following my return to the Despatch Box for my Department’s Parliamentary Questions, I have now finished my first Select Committee, signed an Energy Transition Action Plan with my Columbian counterpart, and delivered a speech on our forthcoming Strategic Spatial Energy Plan. Shortly after writing this column, I will be heading to Berlin to represent the UK at a pre-CO...

Justin Joins Colombian Vice Minister To Sign Energy Action Plan

Justin Joins Colombian Vice Minister To Sign Energy Action Plan

North Swindon MP and Minister for Energy Security and Net Zero, Justin Tomlinson MP, joined Colombia's Vice Minister of Mines, Johana Rocha, to formalise colloaboration between Colombia and the UK to tackle climate change. On behalf of the Government, Justin signed the Energy Transition Action Plan, which will support Colombia's pursuit of a just energy transition. Recognising that the world must remain on track to keep a global temperature rise below 1.5C to avoid damaging climate impacts, both...

Justin Welcomes Environmental Progress On World Earth Day

Justin Welcomes Environmental Progress On World Earth Day

North Swindon MP, and Minister for Energy Security and Net Zero, welcomes environmental progress ahead of World Earth Day. The Minister highlighted the leading role the UK plays in protecting our environment - which includes being the first major world economy to halve its emissions. Earth Day aims to honor and celebrate our remarkable planet, and highlight the importance of environmental conservation and sustainability, encouraging us to come together and take action for a healthier planet and ...

Justin Meets Wiltshire FA CEO To Discuss Local Football

Justin Meets Wiltshire FA CEO To Discuss Local Football

North Swindon MP Justin Tomlinson sat down to discuss local football with Wiltshire FA CEO Simon Russell. Justin has been a passionate football fan since childhood, and was delighted to have the opporunity to discuss issues affecting football at a local level. In addition to this Justin and Simon talked about how we can maximise opportunites to get more people involved in the sport. Simon also highlighted the benefits of getting young people involved in football and keeping them out of trouble. ...

Swindon Advertiser Column - Very Proud To Accept Important Role

Swindon Advertiser Column - Very Proud To Accept Important Role

Last Friday morning I was on a visit in Castle Eaton when I received a surprise phone call to return to the Government as the Minister of State for Energy Security and Net Zero. I was very proud to accept this important role. The UK is the first major economy to have halved our emissions, and I will be focused on ensuring we continue to lead the world in our progress towards Net Zero. A major element of this is decarbonising the grid, and my first priority will be to build on the excellent prog...

Swindon Advertiser Column - We Need Better Signposting To Local Support Groups

Swindon Advertiser Column - We Need Better Signposting To Local Support Groups

Despite continued strong employment statistics, close to a record high, the underlying growth in long-term sick, including amongst young people, remains a major concern. The reasons behind this are varied and complex, but I wanted to touch on two areas where action could and should be taken. Firstly, having served as the Minister for Disabled People, I am aware that 1 in 5 people have either a disability or a long-term health condition - the majority will develop during working age, rather than...

Justin Appointed Minister For Energy Security And Net Zero

Justin Appointed Minister For Energy Security And Net Zero

North Swindon MP Justin Tomlinson has returned to Government following his appointment as Minister of State for Energy Security and Net Zero. A major element of the is working towards decarbonising the grid, and my the priority is to build on the excellent progress the UK has made so far, which has enabled ang increase in renewables generation from just 7% in 2010 to 47% today – something Swindon has very much led the way on. Justin also be working to deliver an energy system fit for the future,...

Swindon Advertiser Column - Brexit Britain Punching Above Its Weight

Swindon Advertiser Column - Brexit Britain Punching Above Its Weight

Despite continued strong employment statistics, close to a record high, the underlying growth in long-term sick, including amongst young people, remains a major concern. The reasons behind this are varied and complex, but I wanted to touch on two areas where action could and should be taken. Firstly, having served as the Minister for Disabled People, I am aware that 1 in 5 people have either a disability or a long-term health condition - the majority will develop during working age, rather than...