News Category - Justin Tomlinson

Latest Update On UK Response To Ukraine Crisis

Mar 16, 2022

The United Kingdom has been playing a leading role in supporting Ukraine through this conflict. I have written several updates on our response to the conflict so far and I have been feeding in the concerns of residents to ensure we make it as easy as possible for those fleeing the conflict to get to the UK, whilst also ensuring the security of everybody involved. We are also ensuring that legislation can be put in place to toughen up the assets we are able to seize here in the UK, without leavi...

Homes For Ukraine Scheme Launches

Mar 14, 2022

The Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, Michael Gove, has today (14 March 2022) launched a webpage for sponsors to record their interest, ahead of Phase One of the scheme opening for applications this Friday. The Homes for Ukraine scheme will allow individuals, charities, community groups and businesses in the UK to bring Ukrainians to safety – including those with no family ties to the UK. Phase One of the scheme will allow sponsors in the UK to nominate a named Ukrain...

Swindon Advertiser Column - Zelensky's Display Of Poise, Dignity And Courage

Mar 11, 2022

The ongoing tragedy in Ukraine continues to dominate our thoughts. On Tuesday the Ukrainian President, Volodymyr Zelensky, addressed Members of Parliament in the House of Commons via video link. This is not something that has ever happened before and I was pleased that the Speaker granted Mr Zelensky this historic request. Mr Zelensky delivered a powerful and moving address to MPs – I couldn’t help but notice the Churchillian overtones in his speech. It’s hard for us to relate to what he must b...

Justin Supports Uplands Enterprise Trust Coffee Morning

Mar 07, 2022

North Swindon Justin Tomlinson joined local councillors to support Uplands Enterprise Trust's fundraising coffee morning. Held at the Orbital Shopping Centre, the coffee morning was raising money for UET's work to support young people with disabilities develop key life and employment skills. As well as the usual cakes and busicuits, there were a number of other items for sale which had been designed and made by young people from UET - including printed tote bags, scented candles and rag wreath...

Justin Meets Members Of The Ukrainian Community

Mar 04, 2022

North Swindon MP Justin Tomlinsin met with members of the Ukrainian Community to express his support for Ukraine following the invasion by Russia. Justin Tomlinson said: "I am so grateful for the Ukrainian & Polish communities for meeting with me today. We discussed the ongoing conflict and together we are: Working to establish a coordinated, local response to the humanitarian crisis, by working with Swindon Borough Council, local businesses, volunteers & others to process donatio...

Swindon Advertiser Column - We Will Do Everything We Can To Support Ukraine

Mar 04, 2022

Today I am meeting members of the Ukrainian community in Swindon to discuss action the Government is taking to support Ukraine. I will make sure that their concerns are heard at the highest levels. The ongoing situation is deeply disturbing, and the UK along with its allies must do everything it can to make sure Russia's oppressive dictator fails. Everything it can, without risking a Nuclear War. Which is the stark reality that the world is currently facing. How do we do this? Firstly, the Gov...

Update On Support To Ukraine

Mar 03, 2022

I wanted to provide a further update on the ongoing situation in addition to the one I provided on Monday Sanctions Firstly, it is simply not true to say that the UK Government is not doing all that it can, or that sanctions are ineffective. The economic sanctions imposed on Russia are already proving effective, especially those taken against the Russian central bank. The Russian economy is collapsing with £250 billion wiped off the Russian stock market, and the rouble has plummeted. Russia’s ec...

Prime Minister Sets Out Plan For Living With COVID

Feb 22, 2022

The Prime Minister has outlined the Government's plan for living with Covid-19, and plans to end all remaining domestic Covid-19 regulations – using the strong protections we have built up against the virus to safely restore people’s freedoms. Vaccines will remain the first line of defence against Covid-19 as the Prime Minister sets out the Government’s plans to live with and manage the virus. The UK was the first country in the world to authorise the use of the Pfizer and Oxford-AstraZeneca va...

Justin Meets With Local Guide Unit

Feb 21, 2022

North Swindon MP Justin Tomlinson enjoyed an interesting event with local guides to discuss democracy in the UK, and his work representing North Swindon. Justin attended the Guide meeting at the St Andrews Methodist Church and spoke to them about how he got into politics, what life is like in Westminster, and why it is important young people are involved in politics. After the opening remarks, Justin took questions from the Guides covering a variety of issues. Justin Tomlinson said: “It is so ...

Swindon Advertiser Column - Russia's Actions Threaten Stability In Eastern Europe

Feb 18, 2022

The Government has launched a 'Way to Work’ initiative, which is a national effort to help half a million jobseekers find work in the next five months. This scheme builds on the Government’s £400 billion Plan for Jobs, which has been successful in supporting jobs and livelihoods during the pandemic. As the economy continues to rebound and grow, there are still around 1.2 million vacancies currently available and many of those vacancies are in sectors which are vital for our recovery. Simultaneo...