Swindon MP Attends Swindon & Wiltshire’s Girl Guides Annual Awards Ceremony

Local MP Justin Tomlinson was delighted to attend the annual awards ceremony for Swindon & Wiltshire’s Girl Guides last Saturday.   Locally the Girl Guides (which includes the Brownies & the Rainbows) provide fantastic opportunities and life experiences. From trips to India to weekly meetings where the girls are able to earn badges – the Guides provide a warm environment for youngsters to enjoy unforgettable childhood experiences.   The event celebrated the year just gone for t...

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Local MP Welcomes Increased Protections For Service Anmials

Police dogs and other service animals will now receive more protection, after new laws came into effect last week. The Animal Welfare (Service Animals) Act stops people who have injured service animals claiming it was in self-defence and introduces tougher measures against people who hurt or injure service animals.The Bill has been dubbed Finn’s Law after the police dog who brought the issue to public attention. Finn was stabbed while chasing a man suspected of armed robbery, receiving serio...

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North Swindon MP To Host Third Annual Summer Activities Fair

North Swindon MP Justin Tomlinson will be hosting his third annual Summer Activities Fair at the Orbital Shopping Park on Saturday 20th July from 11am – 1pm.This follows the success of the first two fairs which saw several different organisations come together to show local parents, carers & grandparents what activities are on offer to keep the kids entertained over the summer holidays.  From various sports groups to the library network, computer museum and the Swindon & Cricklade Rai...

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Local MP Welcomes Tougher Sentences For Animal Abuse

Environment Secretary Michael Gove has set out legislation which will increase the maximum sentence for animal abuse.   The Government has this week introduced the Animal Welfare (Sentencing) Bill to Parliament – which will see animal abusers face up to five years in prison, a significant increase from the current maximum sentence of six months.   The current maximum sentence is significantly lower the than the EU average of two years - however, the new Bill see the UK introduce on of th...

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Justin Welcomes New Package Of Government Measures To Support Disabled People

A new drive to tackle barriers faced by disabled people has been welcomed by North Swindon MP, and Minister for Disability, Work and Health, Justin Tomlinson.The Prime Minster this week announced a package of measures to tackle injustices faced by disabled people in the workplace, at home and in the community.To address the issue of disabled people living in unsuitable homes, the Government will consult on mandating higher accessibility standards for new homes – which could help deliver up to ...

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Swindon Advertiser Column: We Need To Ensure People Better Understand Hidden Disabilities

One of my biggest passions is sport, and football in particular. I never need much of an excuse to put on my boots for a kickabout so I was delighted this week when I got the opportunity to play football as part of my role as the minister for disabled people.I was lucky enough to be invited to take part in the Mencap Inclusive Football Tournament, joining people with learning disabilities, Mencap colleagues, members of the Special Olympics, and staff from Arsenal in the Community, to help fight ...

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North Swindon MP Hosts Avon and Wiltshire Mental Health Trust Away Day

    North Swindon MP Justin Tomlinson MP opened up his community office to an away day for staff at the Avon and Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership.   The Avon and Wiltshire Partnership provides inpatient and community-based mental health care for people experiencing difficulties with their mental health, including anxiety and depression, as well as acute and intensive mental health issues.   The group used the day for training and development, working in small group to discuss their ...

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Local MP Visits St Barnabas Church Open Day

Local MP Justin Tomlinson enjoyed a visit to the St Barnabas Church Open Day last Saturday in Gorse Hill. The Church was hosting an open day to showcase the fantastic work it does within the local community and with various groups & charities including the Open Door Centre and the Scouts & Guides.The church was first opened in 1885 and sits on the corner of Ferndale Road & Cricklade Road. It hosts many weekly events for the local community including a craft club, coffee morning and r...

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