News Category - Justin Tomlinson

Justin Tomlinson MP Backs Call For National Action To Improve Care For People With Diabetes

May 17, 2012

North Swindon MP, Justin Tomlinson, has shown his support for tackling poor diabetes care by backing a call by Diabetes UK for a national plan to improve healthcare for people with diabetes.Justin attended Diabetes UK’s parliamentary reception for the launch of its State of the Nation 2012 report, which revealed that just half of people with diabetes are getting the basic checks and services they need to manage their condition. The charity is urging the Government to implement a national impleme...

Justin Tomlinson MP Urges Local Residents To Claim Free Insulation

May 17, 2012

Justin Tomlinson MP at an energy event in ParliamentJustin Tomlinson MP today urged North Swindon residents to take advantage of Southern Electric’s offer of free loft and cavity wall insulation.Southern Electric is the UK's second largest energy supplier and is offering free insulation worth around £1000 to help people manage their energy costs.Justin Tomlinson MP said “The right level of insulation can make a big difference, saving households as much as £310 off their energy costs a year. ...

Justin Tomlinson MP Joins Charity In Call For Action Against Irresponsible Dog Ownership

May 16, 2012

North Swindon MP, Justin Tomlinson, joined Dogs Trust, the UK’s largest dog welfare charity, today to call for action on tackling irresponsible dog ownership.Dogs Trust unveiled a stunning photographic display depicting the work it carries out within communities to help reduce the problems associated with irresponsible dog ownership alongside its policy document, ‘Taking The Lead, Tackling Irresponsible Dogs Ownership’. The event provided a platform for MPs to talk to Dogs Trust staff about the ...

Justin Tomlinson MP Backs Swindon Film Mr Wiggles

May 16, 2012

Justin Tomlinson MP has today expressed his support for Swindon made short film ‘Mr Wiggles’.The film follows the story of a young girl, Amber, who during troubling times escapes with her teddy bear Mr Wiggles, who was given to her by her older brother Nathan. Amber has a vivid imagination that takes her to places of fantasy and comfort. Nathan, a few years older, has a more cynical view of the world but always looks out for his sister. The bond between them is boundless, but for Amber and Natha...

Justin Tomlinson MP Urges Swindon Apprentices and Employers To Enter National Awards

May 16, 2012

Justin Tomlinson MP at the recent launch of Swindon's Plan 500 apprenticeship programmeJustin Tomlinson MP today urged Swindon employers and their apprentices to enter the National Apprenticeship Awards 2012.Hosted by the National Apprenticeship Service, the prestigious Apprenticeship Awards celebrate the exceptional quality and standards being delivered by the country’s top apprentices and their employers in the work place today.The Awards seek to recognise achievement in the following cate...

Environment Agency Update Flood Risk Ratings For East Swindon

May 15, 2012

Justin Tomlinson MP today welcomed the revision by the Environment Agency (EA) to the flood risk ratings for East Swindon.The update to the risk ratings follows the revision of the EA’s Flood Map in August 2011 and forms part of the National Flood Risk Assessment (NaFRA). The update for East Swindon covers the River Cole at Lower Stratton up to its confluence with South Marston Brook, South Marston Brook, Dorcan Brook and Liden Brook.In updating the risk ratings, the EA used improved modelling m...

Justin Tomlinson MP Welcomes Launch Of Beer Tax Fraud Inquiry

May 14, 2012

Justin Tomlinson MP today welcomed the launch by the All Party Parliamentary Beer Group (APPBG) of an inquiry into beer tax fraud and its reduction following the recent publication of a consultation paper on the issue by HMRC.A panel of Parliamentarians who are members of the APPBG will invite the views of those who may be affected and hear evidence from all parties. Brewers, enforcement authorities and other experts will be invited to give evidence from the ground and the panel will visit Dover...

Justin Tomlinson MP Welcomes Moves To Tackle Irresponsible Dog Ownership

May 14, 2012

Justin with his dog MeganJustin Tomlinson MP today welcomed the package of measures announced by the Government to help tackle the problem of irresponsible dog ownership.Justin Tomlinson MP said “I see more and more through my casework, instances where Swindon residents and their much loved pets have been attacked by out of control dogs. Unfortunately, this is typical of what is happening up and down the country, and I welcome action by the Government to tackle the problem.“As a local resident a...

Justin Tomlinson MP The First In Parliament To Back The Which Watchdog

May 14, 2012

Justin Tomlinson MP has been an active champion of consumer issues in Parliament - Justinwith Hilary Devey at an event helping people save on energy bills.Justin Tomlinson MP has today backed Which?’s ‘Watchdog not Lapdog’ campaign. He is the first MP to show support for a strong, open and proactive financial regulator that stands up for consumers.The Financial Services Bill which is currently going through parliament will change how the financial services industry is regulated, creating a new r...

Justin Tomlinson MP Supports Cystic Fibrosis Week

May 11, 2012

Justin Tomlinson MP and the lung function league tableJustin Tomlinson, MP for North Swindon had his lung function tested to see how his result compared with someone with Cystic Fibrosis to highlight the devastating impact of the disease for Cystic Fibrosis Week 2012.The event, organised by the Cystic Fibrosis Trust, indicated to parliamentarians first hand how Cystic Fibrosis damages the lungs. The average lung capacity for an adult with Cystic Fibrosis is just 65.1% compared to someone without...