News - Justin Tomlinson MP

Justin Speaks In Parliament To Highlight Campaign To Increase Accessible Playparks

Mar 27, 2023

North Swindon MP Justin Tomlinson continued his work to call for an increase in accessible equipment in children's play parks, again raising the issue in the Chamber. Justin asked his question during Department for Levelling Up, Housing & Communities questions, to which Minister for Levelling up, Dehenna Davison MP Justin Tomlinson MP said: A number of charities make sure that all play parks, both new and refurbished, are fully accessible to all children, including those with disabilities. T...

Swindon Advertiser Column - Blunsdon Community Shop A Potential Model For Others

Mar 24, 2023

After a few delays, tomorrow will finally see the official opening of the brand new Blunsdon Community Shop. I am thrilled for all the volunteers who have been working so hard over the last few years for this big day, working on designs, building up community support and waiting for the for building to be ready for the handover. The new purpose-built building was used as the developers show home office and will replace the dated and small portacabin that has served the village for many years. ...

Swindon Advertiser Column - Education, Employment, Enterprise And Everywhere Key To Chancellor's Budget

Mar 17, 2023

On Wednesday the Chancellor Jeremy Hunt delivered his Spring Budget, setting out the next stage of the Government’s plan to halve inflation, grow the economy and reduce debt. The budget focused on four main themes: Education, Employment, Enterprise and Everywhere. Firstly, Education – The headline announcement was the largest ever increase in childcare support which will see the 30 hours free childcare provision extended to working families with children between 9 months and 4 years. This is ex...

Justin Welcomes £620,000 To Fix Potholes In Swindon

Mar 16, 2023

North Swindon MP Justin Tomlinson has welcomed the news that Swindon is set to benefit from £200million of Government funding for Councils across England to help tackle potholes. As part of the funding Swindon will received £621,600 to repair potholes in Swindon roads. The Spending Review allocated £500 million every year to the Potholes Fund, but today the Chancellor announced that he has decided to increase that fund by a further £200 million next year to help local communities tackle this pro...

Chancellor unveils a Budget for growth

Mar 15, 2023

A revolution in childcare, a £27 billion tax cut for business and a trio of freezes to help families with the cost-of-living headlined the Chancellor’s Spring Budget today Aimed at achieving long-term, sustainable economic growth that delivers prosperity for the people of the United Kingdom, the Spring Budget breaks down barriers to work, unshackles business investment and tackles labour shortages head on. The Chancellor announced 30 hours of free childcare for every child over the age of 9 mont...

Swindon Advertiser - New Asylum Bill Will Enable Us To Withstand Pressures Facing Our Country

Mar 10, 2023

This week the Prime Minister set out his plan to tackle the issue illegal migration through small boats crossing the English Channel. The UK has a proud history of welcoming the most vulnerable people from around the world to seek refuge, but the current situation is unsustainable. Over 45,000 people illegally crossed the Channel in small boats last year, putting pressure on local public services and abusing our laws and asylum protections to remain here. Many of those arriving in small boats ...

Swindon Advertiser Column - Windsor Agreement Will Safeguard Northern Ireland's Place In Our Union

Mar 03, 2023

This week saw the Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, unveil the Windsor Framework – an agreement between the UK and the EU which changes the way the Northern Ireland Protocol operates. This agreement comes after two years of negotiations between the EU and the UK since the Northern Ireland Protocol came into force in January 2021. The goal of the Windsor Framework is to rebalance the Protocol, restore the consent of all communities and chart a new way forward for Northern Ireland. How the Windsor Agre...

Justin Celebrates World Book Day

Mar 02, 2023

North Swindon MP joined people across the country to mark World Book Day. Studies have shown reading for pleasure is the single biggest indicator of a child’s future success – more than their family circumstances, their parents’ educational backgrounds or their income. Whilst reading attainment levels improved in 2022, the number of children who say they enjoy reading is at its lowest levels in 18 years. This is why initiatives like World Book Day are vital. Throughout his career as an MP, Justi...

Swindon Advertiser Column - Hope For Future Of The Oasis

Feb 24, 2023

Today marks the one-year anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Tragically, the UN has estimated that 21,000 civilians have been killed or wounded in the conflict, including 400 children. Shortly after the invasion, I met with members of Swindon’s Ukrainian community to offer my support to Ukraine. It was humbling to hear how their lives had been affected and to hear their concerns for family and friends in Ukraine. I am proud that the UK has stood shoulder to shoulder with Ukraine fro...

Justin Speaks In Childcare Affordability And Availability Debate

Feb 23, 2023

I have been involved in a number debates & roundtables recently on the importance of childcare and the Early Years. As parent to two young children I absolutely appreciate the important role that the Early Years sector plays in supporting childhood development and local parents. I was able to highlight Swindon’s excellent provision, including the Minister’s recent visit to meet Becky Cruise (owner of Imagination Childcare) and Cllr Jo Morris (owner of Playsteps Day Nursery) where we were abl...