IN EARLY August the television programme ‘Disabled in an Instant’ featured an interview with Swindon North MP, Justin Tomlinson, who is the Conservative government Minister for the Disabled.
In the programme he appeared sympathetic towards people with disabilities.
Voters in his constituency should be aware that what he said on the programme does not reflect his voting record on disability and welfare issues.
He has voted strongly against paying higher benefits to those unable to work for long periods due to illness or disability and has voted strongly for a reduction on welfare benefits spending. He has voted in favour of repealing the Human Rights Act.
He has not replied to my e-mail asking for an explanation of the apparent contradictory behaviour.
ANDREW CURRIE Llanegryn Street Abergynolwyn Gwynedd
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