Justin Tomlinson
North Swindon
Nov 23, 2023
North Swindon MP Justin Tomlinson asked Disability Minister Tom Pursglove about extending the Special Rules for Terminal Illnesses to include those with deteriorating health conditions - such as MND and MS. By doing so it is estimated that a quarter of a million people could be lifted out of unnecessary assessments.
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Nov 23, 2023
Justin Tomlinson MP has met with James McNeillie, the South West Regional Director of Ofsted, to talk about the brilliant improvement to Swindon’s Schools in recent years. Justin visits local schools very regularly and was keen to showcase the wonderful work that staff across Swindon do each day to support local youngsters. The discussion included providing support for local schools when they have Ofsted inspections, sharing best practise amongst local schools, and recognising the improvements t...
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Nov 22, 2023
The Chancellor Jeremy Hunt today announced the biggest package of tax cuts since the 1980s as he set out the Government's fiscal plan for the next year. Today’s Autumn Statement marks a major moment as the Government changes gear and focuses on how to drive growth in the decade ahead, with the biggest package of tax cuts to be implemented at a fiscal event since the 1980s, while getting borrowing lower and inflation falling. This means combining the biggest tax cut on investment in modern Britis...
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Nov 21, 2023
Justin Tomlinson MP has participated in the latest meeting of the APPG (All Party Parliamentary Group) for Employment Relocation. The APPG works closely with the Association for Relocation Professionals to attract inward investment to the UK and assist big employers who are looking to relocate their business. Working closely with experts in UK relocation, and the Department for International Trade, the APPG aims to support & improve UK inward investment and ensure the property sector is regu...
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Nov 21, 2023
North Swindon MP Justin Tomlinson has written a letter of support for the Retail, Leisure & Hospitality sectors. The letter to the Chancellor Jeremy Hunt called for the Business Rate Relief to remain at 75% when the Autumn Statement is announced later this week. The Leisure, retail and hospitality has experienced a sustained period of pressure with higher energy bills and rising wage costs. The current business rate relief has provided a lifeline to many businesses in the leisure, retail, an...
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Nov 20, 2023
North Swindon MP Justin Tomlinson has welcomed the news that Blunsdon Community Shop has won a prestigious award for voluntary service. The Blunsdon Community Shop has been awarded The King’s Award for Voluntary Service in recognition of the important work its volunteers have done in the local community. Justin has supported The Blunsdon Community Shop, and helped the, secure their new premises. Just a few weeks ago Justin met with volunteers to discuss the shop and heard about its exciting plan...
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Nov 20, 2023
Justin Tomlinson MP Received a fantastic welcome from Kingsdown School on his recent visit. Head teacher Emma Leigh-Bennett, who took over the school 4 years ago, discussed the tremendous effort from staff and students to get the school to where it is now. As well as receiving the good Ofsted rating the school now sits in the top 2% of improved schools in the country, and has been shortlisted for the best improved secondary school in 2021. The school is also using advanced technology to encourag...
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Nov 19, 2023
North Swindon MP Justin Tomlinson has called for incontinence bins to be made available in men’s toilets by signing a joint letter addressed to the Minister for Health and Secondary Care, to mark International Men’s Day 2023. International Men’s Day, taking place annually on 19th November, celebrates the positive contribution that men make to society and to raise awareness of issues related to men’s health and well-being. This week, the Dispose with Dignity campaign held an event in Parliament a...
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Nov 17, 2023
Justin Tomlinson MP attended the business west breakfast at Swindon Town Football Club to meet local business leaders were in attendance to hear the latest quarterly report Business West is a not-for-profit company with 200 staff that works with local businesses to help make the South West an excellent place to live and work. They host meetings with Swindon business representatives where they receive updates from MPs as well as Swindon Borough Council on both national and local issues. Of partic...
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Nov 17, 2023
North Swindon MP joined the new Schools Minister Damien Hinds for a tour of Brimble & Uplands schools. Both part of the Brunel Academies Trust, the schools provide education for young people with disabilities. Following the tour Justin and Damien meet with representatives from the Department of Education, including Director General of Regions Group John Edwards, SEND leaders, Swindon Borough Council, and local Trusts for a discussion about issues around SEND provision. Justin Tomlinson MP sa...
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