News - Justin Tomlinson

Local MP On Target At Abbey Meads FC's Awards Evening

Jun 15, 2015

North Swindon MP, Justin Tomlinson, was on hand to congratulate the young players of Abbey Meads Football Club at their annual awards ceremony held at MECA. It has been a great season for the club which was founded in 2003, and has become one of the largest clubs in the North Wilts & Minor Football League, providing a great opportunity for local children of all ages to play football in a fun and safe environment.Success this season have included the Under 11's FC Abbey Meads Rangers Division...

Justin Visits Brand New Nursery Site At Swindon Academy

Jun 15, 2015

Local MP, Justin Tomlinson, was delighted to see the new nursery facilities at Swindon Academy last week, ahead of the official opening on Wednesday 8th July. The nursery for two-year olds will see the Academy massively increase the size of its nursery provision - eventually extending to provide up to 160 places. Justin was given the opportunity to see the brand new site, which was formally the old staff room, as well as the outdoor play facilities which have been designed and constructed in con...

Swindon Advertiser Weekly Article - 12th June

Jun 12, 2015

Swindon is the fastest expanding town in the country. Whilst this means more investment to improve infrastructure and regenerate our town centre, we need to ensure that local health provision can keep up with the growth.Local residents who require access to radiotherapy often contact me to share their experiences. Currently, Cancer patients in Swindon who require life-saving treatment are required to travel to hospitals in Oxford or Bristol. This means that there are up to 700 patients each year...

Justin Breaks Ground On New Stagecoach Site In Swindon

Jun 11, 2015

Local MP, Justin Tomlinson, was on hand to break ground on a project that will see a new bus depot serving commuters in Swindon.The North Swindon MP was on hand to mark the beginning of work on a new facility by bus operator Stagecoach West at the Cheney Manor Industrial Estate.The new depot will be larger than the current bus depot, allowing Stagecoach West to not only expand the bus network in and around Swindon, but employ more staff.Justin Tomlinson MP said: "I was delighted to join Peter an...

North Swindon MP Celebrates Marathon Man Spellar's Generous Charity Donation

Jun 11, 2015

North Swindon MP, Justin Tomlinson, joined Members, volunteers and fundraisers to mark the 34th Anniversary of Swindon Stroke Support Group. The celebrations involved a fish and chip supper at Stratton Methodist Church Hall and were combined with a thank you to fundraisers who have supported the group in many different ways over the past year. They included Chris Speller, neighbour of Justin Tomlinson, who ran the Virgin London Marathon for the Group in April, raising over £1434. Others include...

Local MP Says The Time Is Now For Radiotherapy Centre In Swindon

Jun 09, 2015

Justin Tomlinson MP joined campaigners at the Great Western Hospital in order to launch the £2.9 million fundraising campaign for a new radiotherapy centre in Swindon.The start of the campaign was marked by releasing 284 pink and orange balloons, symbolising every person diagnosed with cancer each month at the GWH. The hospital hopes to raise £2.9m million in the two-year appeal to pay for a dedicated radiotherapy centre. Brighter Futures, the fundraising arm of the Great Western Hospitals NHS T...

Swindon Advertiser Weekly Article - 5th June

Jun 09, 2015

Since its creation in 1974, I am the 18th MP to have taken on the role as Minister for Disabled People. And despite only being in the job for just under a month, I have already been lucky to visit a number of charities and organisations who go to great lengths to ensure a good quality of life for people with disabilities. One of the charities was the Shaw Trust - a national employment, learning and skills charity which helps people facing disadvantages to find work, gain skills and take control...

Justin Bowled Over By Success Of Local Club

Jun 01, 2015

Local MP and keen sports enthusiast, Justin Tomlinson, has paid a visit to members of the North End Bowls Club on Ipswich Street The club was founded in 1926 and has 40 members including both men and women. They host Swindon & District men's and ladies league matches over the summer, as well as friendly matches and club competitions. Justin chatted to members about the importance of staying active and maintaining good health, as well as some of the issues that the club faces in terms of its ...

North Swindon MP Backs Calls For Local Residents To Come Forward & Foster

Jun 01, 2015

Justin Tomlinson MP is backing calls for the people across Swindon to come forward and make their connection with fostering during The Fostering Network’s annual Foster Care Fortnight campaign.This year alone, 8,370 new foster carers are needed right across the UK to ensure that the rising number of children coming into care can have the best chance of find a loving foster family who can not only meet their needs, but help them build a positive future.Over 63,000 children live with almost 55,000...

Justin Backs Robins To Bounce Back After Wembley Heartache

May 29, 2015

North Swindon MP, Justin Tomlinson, was amongst the 20,000 Swindon Town fans who made the journey down the M4 for the League One play-off final last Sunday. Despite a disappointing result for The Robins, Justin has congratulated the players, staff and most importantly the supporters, for a strong season at the Country Ground. Justin Tomlinson MP said: "There is nothing like watching your team at Wembley. Although the result in the end was extremely hard to accept, the day itself was still memora...