News Category - Justin Tomlinson

Justin Tomlinson MP Urges People To Know Their Risks To Stop A Stroke

Jan 11, 2012

Justin Tomlinson MP gets his blood pressure checked Justin Tomlinson MP for North Swindon is supporting The Stroke Association’s campaign to encourage the nation to know more about their stroke risks.It is estimated that around 1800 people in North Swindon are living with the after effects of stroke, and although not all strokes can be prevented a lot can be done to minimise your risk.Justin Tomlinson MP attended a Stroke Prevention Reception hosted by The Stroke Association in the House of Comm...

Justin Tomlinson MP, Meetings And Events 2011

Jan 11, 2012

Justin Tomlinson MP with fiancee Jo Wheeler on a visit to Maple Court this yearHere is a list of the events / meetings in connection to Swindon which I have attended in 2010 since being elected as the MP for North Swindon.If you would like any information on any of these events / meetings please do not hesitate to contact me.For a full list of my Parliamentary speeches, written questions and votes please see:http://www.theyworkforyou.com/mp/justin_tomlinson/north_swindon23/12/11 - Bag Packing Fo...

Justin Tomlinson MP Secures Grant For Swindon Museum Of Computing

Jan 11, 2012

Justin Tomlinson MP with Jeremy Holt of the Computer MuseumA museum dedicated to the history of computing has received a £3,000 grant for its education work thanks to Intel and local MP Justin Tomlinson.The Museum of Computing, in Theatre Square, was given the money by the computer giant, which has a base in Pipers Way, following discussions between executives and the North Swindon MP.The volunteer-run museum, which was established in 1993, will use the cash to develop its education programme, w...

Justin Tomlinson MP Joins The Call To Tackle Irresponsible Dog Owners

Jan 11, 2012

Justin Tomlinson MP joined leading animal welfare charities and veterinary organisations to urge action on the issue of irresponsible dog ownership and dog law reform.MPs from all political parties were joined by representatives from twenty organisations to support the call for a targeting of irresponsible owners of dangerous dogs. An update to the current dog control legislation would help improve public and worker safety as well as animal welfare.The issue of irresponsible dog ownership covers...

Swindon CALM Christmas Collection, Morrisions

Dec 28, 2011

Justin Tomlinson MP & Fiancee Jo Wheeler withDaniel Crowley at Morrisons'sSwindon's two MP's Justin Tomlinson & Robert Buckland joined volunteers to pack bags at the busy Morrison's store in Haydon Wick to raise money for Swindon CALM (Children’s Cancer and Leukaemia Movement)The annual fundraiser has previously raised between £2,000 and £3,000 each year an essential part of the fund-raising activities for Swindon CALM.Justin Tomlinson MP, "Myself and Jo were delighted to...

Pine Trees Community Centre Opens Its Doors

Dec 28, 2011

Cllr Brian Mattock, Justin Tomlinson MP, Mayor Ray Ballman andlocal residents open the new £2m Pine Trees Community CentreA new community centre in Swindon has opened its doors to the public.The £2m Pine Trees Community Centre replaces the old one which was demolished in 2007 - now the site of the Swindon Academy on Beech Avenue.It also includes two dental surgeries, a large events hall, public library, internet cafe and rooms which can be rented for community events.Swindon Borough Council will...

Justin Tomlinson MP Secures Parliamentary Debate For His Financial Education Campaign

Dec 26, 2011

Following the launch of the All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Financial Education For Young People's report on Financial Education and the Curriculum, Justin Tomlinson MP (Chair of the APPG) secured a three hour debate on the issue in the House of Commons. The debate was a perfect opportunity to set out the case for compulsory financial education in schools and the other findings of the report, right in the midst of a national curriculum review. Schools Minister Nick Gibb also took p...

Justin Tomlinson MP Welcomes Honda Return To Full Production And The Announcement Of 500 New Jobs

Dec 19, 2011

The first new Honda Civic rolls off the production line this morning at theirSwindon PlantHonda today celebrated the start of the mass production of the New Civic as normal production resumes at its Swindon car plant. The plant has been running at a reduced capacity following a shortage of parts caused by the floods in Thailand earlier in the year.Honda, which currently employs 3000 people in Swindon, also announced the creation of 500 new jobs in Swindon to meet a forecasted production increase...

Justin Tomlinson MP Visits Seven Fields Primary School

Dec 14, 2011

Justin Tomlinson MP with Seven Fields' Head Zita McCormickAs North Swindon’s MP, I regularly visit schools in my constituency, all with their own particular successes and stories to tell, but my recent visit to Seven Fields Primary School in Penhill has left a real impression.Seven Fields is a school rated by Ofsted as Outstanding, having been transformed despite real challenges. Only three years ago, it gained an Outstanding in just one category; it has now achieved this highest rating over...

All Party Parliamentary Group On Financial Education For Young People Launches Its Report

Dec 13, 2011

Justin Tomlinson MP with Carol Vorderman and Martin Lewis of MoneySavingExpert.comJustin Tomlinson MP, Chair of the All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for Financial Education for Young People, today welcomed the launch of the Group's report on Financial Education and the Curriculum. The report follows an eight month, UK wide inquiry and recommends that the Government should promote the provision of high quality financial education in schools in England. Around one in four economically act...