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PAUL BURSTOW PLEDGES TO "DO HIS BIT" FOR BRITISH ARMED FORCES
September 28, 2009 12:00 AM
Media Release from The Royal British Legion:
Sutton and Cheam MP, Paul Burstow, has pledged to do his bit for the British Armed Forces family.
Mr Burstow met with representatives from The Royal British Legion at the recent Liberal Democrat party conference in Bournemouth where he was presented with a copy of the Legion's manifesto for the next general election.
The manifesto sets out priorities for the next Government to improve conditions for the British Armed Forces past and present and their families. It encourages MPs to "do their bit" for Service Personnel and their families, the bereaved, veterans and dependants.
Kevin Shinkwin, the Legion's Head of Public Affairs, said, "We're really grateful to Paul Burstow for making the time to meet with us and listen to our concerns. Our message to every candidate standing at the general election is very simple: 'It's time to do your bit'.
"The entire Armed Forces family needs the support of politicians from all parties," he added. "Our manifesto outlines practical ways the next government can help, and we hope all the parties will give it serious consideration".
Paul Burstow MP said, "I was delighted to meet with The Royal British Legion. They have an important role to play in highlighting the needs of the whole Armed Forces family. I have pledged to do my bit and would encourage everyone to do the same by visiting the general election manifesto website - www.timetodoyourbit.org.uk - to find out more.
"I have already been working closely with the Legion to press the Government act to improve the take-up of Council Tax Benefit amongst ex-service personnel. The research shows how just calling it a tax relief would remove the stigma and boost take-up."
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For further information, please contact: Kevin Shinkwin, Head of Public Affairs T: 020 3207 2246
Or Paul Burstow MP, 0771 041 0991
NOTE TO EDITORS:
The Royal British Legion is the nation's leading Armed Forces charity providing care and support to all members of the British Armed Forces past and present and their families. It is also the national Custodian of Remembrance and safeguards the Military Covenant between the nation and its Armed Forces. It is best known for the annual Poppy Appeal and its emblem the red poppy -- www.britishlegion.org.uk.
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