News - Justin Tomlinson MP

Justin Joins Local Developers To Discuss Planning Issues

Dec 11, 2023

Justin Tomlinson MP was recently invited to this year's Swindon and Wiltshire Action for Property meeting, where he delivered a speech to local developers on a wide range of topics, from planning to local success stories where development has been successful. He highlighted the news that local authorities can now increase the amount of money charged with planning applications - but emphasized the need for authorities to ensure that those funds are used to help speed up and improve resources for ...

Swindon Advertiser Column - A Heart-warming Response To Christmas Gift Appeal

Dec 08, 2023

This week, Parliament finally passed a firm commitment to deliver compensation to the infected blood victims, where up to 30,000 people were given contaminated blood products in the 1970s and 80s. The Government rightly set up the Infected Blood inquiry in 2017 and had wanted the independent report to finalise its conclusions. However, the interim report had already set out the principal of compensation and with sadly a further victim losing their life every four days, we simply could not delay...

Justin Joins Blunsdon Community Shop For Q&A With Residents

Dec 01, 2023

North Swindon MP Justin Tomlinson attended a Residents' Questions and Answers session at Blunsdon Community Shop - providing residents with the valuable opportunity to learn more about his life in politics and government experiences. During the session, Justin shared insights into his early life and career before venturing into politics. He also discussed his journey as an MP, highlighting his significant role as the Minister for Disabled People during the COVID era. In this capacity, he played ...

Swindon Advertiser Column - Oasis Latest

Dec 01, 2023

The ongoing frustrating delays to the return of the Oasis continue, with the Swindon Advertiser covering concerns that the Labour Council were considering allowing a significant downgrade of the proposed pool facilities, including removing the need for a wave machine. Thankfully, Councillors and the Save Oasis campaign group made strong representations to the Council. I have quite a bit of knowledge in this area. Having been responsible for leisure on SBC in the 00’s, my former business (prior...

Swindon Advertiser Column - An Autumn Budget For Growth

Nov 24, 2023

This week the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Jeremy Hunt, delivered the Autumn Statement. The annual Autumn Statement is an opportunity for the government to provide the House of Commons with an update on the state of the economy, whilst also announcing any tax and spending decisions. Thanks to the progress the government has made on the priorities to halve inflation, grow the economy and reduce debt, this Autumn Statement saw a shift in focus towards the long-term decisions required to strengthen...

VIDEO: Justin Asks For Special Rules To Be Extended

Nov 23, 2023

North Swindon MP Justin Tomlinson asked Disability Minister Tom Pursglove about extending the Special Rules for Terminal Illnesses to include those with deteriorating health conditions - such as MND and MS. By doing so it is estimated that a quarter of a million people could be lifted out of unnecessary assessments.

Justin Meets With Ofsted

Nov 23, 2023

Justin Tomlinson MP has met with James McNeillie, the South West Regional Director of Ofsted, to talk about the brilliant improvement to Swindon’s Schools in recent years. Justin visits local schools very regularly and was keen to showcase the wonderful work that staff across Swindon do each day to support local youngsters. The discussion included providing support for local schools when they have Ofsted inspections, sharing best practise amongst local schools, and recognising the improvements t...

Chancellor Announces Biggest Package Of Tax Cuts Since The 1980s

Nov 22, 2023

The Chancellor Jeremy Hunt today announced the biggest package of tax cuts since the 1980s as he set out the Government's fiscal plan for the next year. Today’s Autumn Statement marks a major moment as the Government changes gear and focuses on how to drive growth in the decade ahead, with the biggest package of tax cuts to be implemented at a fiscal event since the 1980s, while getting borrowing lower and inflation falling. This means combining the biggest tax cut on investment in modern Britis...

Justin Meets APPG for Employment Relocation

Nov 21, 2023

Justin Tomlinson MP has participated in the latest meeting of the APPG (All Party Parliamentary Group) for Employment Relocation. The APPG works closely with the Association for Relocation Professionals to attract inward investment to the UK and assist big employers who are looking to relocate their business. Working closely with experts in UK relocation, and the Department for International Trade, the APPG aims to support & improve UK inward investment and ensure the property sector is regu...

Justin Writes To Chancellor In Support Of Retail, Leisure And Hospitality Sector

Nov 21, 2023

North Swindon MP Justin Tomlinson has written a letter of support for the Retail, Leisure & Hospitality sectors. The letter to the Chancellor Jeremy Hunt called for the Business Rate Relief to remain at 75% when the Autumn Statement is announced later this week. The Leisure, retail and hospitality has experienced a sustained period of pressure with higher energy bills and rising wage costs. The current business rate relief has provided a lifeline to many businesses in the leisure, retail, an...