News - Justin Tomlinson MP

Justin Tomlinson MP Supports Renewable Heat Incentives

Oct 12, 2010

Justin Tomlinson MP joined green campaigners and a solar-powered hot air balloon outside Parliament to show his support for clean, green heat for businesses and homes today.During the last Government, all parties pledged to introduce this incentive in April 2011.Justin Tomlinson MP said:“Heating our homes and businesses shouldn’t heat the planet - encouraging clean, green heat is essential if we’re to cut climate-changing carbon emissions. I’m backing a Renewable Heat Incentive that will create ...

Justin Tomlinson MP Launches Priam House, Heritage Plaza

Oct 12, 2010

North Swindon MP, Justin Tomlinson, has launched Priam House in Heritage Plaza, the first phase of Thomas Homes’ exciting new landmark development on the site of the former Great Western Railway works.A major regeneration project, Heritage Plaza is in the heart of the town’s heritage district which consists of the National Trust, English Heritage, STEAM Museum, Designer Outlet Centre and the proposed new British Postal Museum.Comprising of five brand new residential blocks which will be released...

Justin Tomlinson MP Speaks In Bio-Diversity Debate

Oct 08, 2010

Thank you, Mr Crausby, for the opportunity to speak in this crucial debate. I must profess that I do not share the expertise of Barry Gardiner, but I do have a huge interest in the matter under discussion, and the residents I represent often write to me on issues connected with it. He made some excellent points about the need to quantify the environmental benefits and values of forest ecosystems and habitat projects-he referred to their "true value"-and I certainly support that principle. I hope...

Stratton Outlook Monthly Article

Oct 08, 2010

I recently secured my first Westminster Hall debate, for which I chose the subject of ‘The Future of Library Provision’. I have seen firsthand just how vital local libraries such as the Upper Stratton and Covingham libraries are to local communities and I am determined to support efforts to enhance and improve these facilities.I set out a proactive case for supporting our vital community libraries, through enhancing the book stock, opening times and library environment, and seeking to share serv...

Justin Tomlinson MP Checks Out Vital Gadgets To Help Older People Stay Safe

Oct 07, 2010

At this week’s Conservative Party Conference, Swindon North’s MP Justin Tomlinson checked out new gadgets that could transform the lives of older people and those with long term needs as well as saving the local council and health services money. Visiting the Carers UK/Tunstall Healthcare exhibition stand Justin (pictured with Ali Rogan from Tunstall) volunteered to have his vital signs checked.Using the latest telehealthcare equipment provided by world leaders Tunstall Healthcare meant Justin’s...

Justin Tomlinson MP Visits Swindon Samaritans

Oct 07, 2010

Justin Tomlinson MP, with South Swindon MP Robert Buckland recently visited the Swindon Samaritans premuses in Curtis Street to see how they have been supporting the area since 1967.The Swindon Samaritans mission is 'to alleviate emotional distress and reduce the incidence of suicidal feelings and suicidal behaviour.'In 2009 Swindon Samaritans received over 33,000 contacts of which 30% of the people spoken to expressed suicidal thoughts or feelings at that time. In addition they launche...

Justin Tomlinson MP Visits Mini Plant And Test Drives Advanced Electric Car

Oct 04, 2010

North Swindon MP Justin Tomlinson has test driven an advanced electric car at the town’s BMW/MINI factory, and welcomed this week’s successful field trial results on the new vehicle.He was given a tour of the plant in Stratton and took a first-hand look at what the future holds for the production plant, which is one of Swindon’s biggest employers.Mr Tomlinson also took the opportunity to take an all-electric MINI E for a test drive. The MINI E is an advanced electric vehicle which is being used ...

6th Form Provision, Northern Sector

Oct 04, 2010

Plans to provide post-16 education in the Northern Sector are moving forward. Currently, students from the area wishing to study for A-Levels have to travel to the other side of Swindon, or out of the county altogether. A survey conducted by Abbey Meads Conservatives earlier this year showed overwhelming support for a local 6th form from parents and students. In a series of meetings, Justin Tomlinson MP has now spoken to the head teacher and governors at Isambard School, the Principal of New Col...

Justin Tomlinson MP Joins With Gary And Danielle Lineker To Support Education For All Children Worldwide

Oct 04, 2010

Justin Tomlinson MP joined with Gary and Danielle Lineker at the Houses of Parliament this week to show support for the 1 GOAL campaign. Gary Lineker is an Ambassador for 1GOAL, an initiative which aims to mobilise support for education for all through the power of football.During the World Cup Dani Lineker joined 1 GOAL on an education trip to Khayleitsha, one of the fastest growing townships in South Africa, where opportunities for children are very limited.The parliamentary event was held to ...

Justin Tomlinson Gets Tested During HEART UK's National Cholesterol Week

Sep 21, 2010

HEART UK took its message on the importance of knowing your cholesterol to Westminster today. The nation’s leading cholesterol charity, organisers of the UK’s first National Cholesterol Week, set up cholesterol testing within the Palace of Westminster this afternoon. Local MP Justin Tomlinson not only attended this event, but also had his cholesterol tested.“I am delighted to support HEART UK’s National Cholesterol Week. Heart disease is the biggest killer in the UK and if something as simple an...