News - Justin Tomlinson

Justin Tomlinson MP Shows His Support For Dementia Awareness Week

May 22, 2012

Justin Tomlinson MP today showed his support for Dementia Awareness Week taking place across England, Wales and Northern Ireland this week.For thousands of people, living with dementia or caring for someone with dementia is a daily battle. It can be a lonely experience and Dementia Awareness Week aims to both raise awareness of the condition, and also the help and support available.Alzheimer's Society staff and volunteers provide both local information and over 2,000 services across England,...

Justin Tomlinson MP Backs Walk To School Week To Promote An Active Lifestyle

May 21, 2012

Justin Tomlinson MP encourages the STFC stars of the future at St Francis School in Taw HillThis May, children and parents people across the country will be leaving their cars at home and taking to their feet in the Great British Walking Challenge. Walk to School Week (21st – 25th), which takes place during the month long challenge, aims to encourage children to walk their way to a healthier lifestyle.This year, Justin Tomlinson MP is encouraging parents to incorporate walking into the school ru...

Justin Tomlinson MP Visits DHL Express In Swindon

May 21, 2012

Justin Tomlinson MP with Centre Manager, Jason WilliamsJustin Tomlinson MP today visited DHL Express in Swindon to discuss the Centre’s role in the wider DHL business and the local issues the business encounters.DHL Express moves 130,000 packages a day in the UK, 2000 of which are handled through Swindon, keeping the 22 full time staff busy and making DHL Express one of Swindon’s key employers. Covering Wiltshire and South Gloucestershire, the Swindon Centre is in the top 5 performing centres in...

Justin Tomlinson MP Tries Out The Future Of Cycling

May 21, 2012

Justin Tomlinson MP tries out the bikesJustin Tomlinson MP today met with local businessman Graeme Pitts-Drake to discuss his new business promoting electric bikes.The bikes are powered by a small battery that can do up to 87 miles on a single charge. The battery provides the bike with a power boost that kicks in after a couple of turns of the pedals, making for fast, effort free cycling.Justin spoke to business owner Graeme Pitts-Drake about the impact the bikes could have in Swindon, as well a...

Justin Tomlinson MP Urges Swindon To Choose Charity Shops At The BHF Swindon Shop

May 21, 2012

Justin Tomlinson MP at the Swindon British Heart Foundation Shop with Manager MichelleIveson (left) and Area Manager Margaret Richardson (right)Justin Tomlinson MP today visited the British Heart Foundation shop in Havelock Street to promote the Choose Charity Shops campaign.There are an estimated 9,500 charity shops on the UK’s High Streets, supporting around 17,000 paid jobs and 180,000 volunteering opportunities. Together, they raise a staggering £200 million a year for UK charities.Yet chari...

Justin Tomlinson MP Visits Catherine Wayte Primary School

May 21, 2012

Justin Tomlinson MP meets the pupils at Catherine Wayte SchoolJustin Tomlinson MP today visited Catherine Wayte Primary School to meet the Head, Governors and pupils.Having been met by Head Laura Brierley and Governor Phil Young, Justin enjoyed a tour of the school, looking in on art, maths and literacy classes, before popping in to the staff room to chat with staff on their break.Justin later spoke to the school assembly about the different campaigns he has been running in Parliament, asking wh...

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...