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Erith and Thamesmead entrepreneurs shortlisted for Virgin Pioneers’ 2013 ‘pitch to Richard’ competition

Erith and Thamesmead constituents, John and Joshua Okungbaiye, have made the last 6 companies in a nationwide competition run by Virgin, which could give them the opportunity to pitch their business to Sir Richard Branson. John Okungbaiye, 23, and Joshua … Continue reading

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Teresa nominates constituent for national film competition shortlist

Bexleyheath resident Charlie Morgan has been shortlisted for the Parliamentary film competition FILM THE HOUSE, after being put forward by Teresa. His film, entitled ‘No Money No Mercy’, is now in the running for the national competition and could be screened … Continue reading

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Teresa backs TalkTalk’s Digital Heroes Awards

Teresa Pearce MP is calling for local groups to enter the TalkTalk Digital Heroes Awards 2012, a unique competition that recognises and rewards people who are using technology to help their communities. The awards, now in their fifth year, have … Continue reading

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Teresa highlights problem of constituency metal thefts in the House of Commons

The issue of metal thefts in Bexley was highlighted by Teresa in the House of Commons last week, during the second reading of the Scrap Metal Dealers Bill. The theft of metal is something that has been problematic across the … Continue reading

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Teresa pushes PM for a meeting with the Government on constituency NHS Trust matters

Teresa this week quizzed the PM on the possible administration of the NHS Trust for Bexley, Bromley and Greenwich. She asked specifically why the Health Secretary has met with MPs for Old Bexley and Sidcup, and for Bromley and Chislehurst, … Continue reading

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Teresa urges people in Erith and Thamesmead to apply for the Speaker’s Parliamentary Placements scheme

Teresa has today backed the Speaker’s Parliamentary Placements scheme, and urged local people with an interest in politics to apply for the chance to work in Parliament. The Speaker’s Parliamentary Placements scheme is a cross-party scheme which aims to tackle the … Continue reading

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Teresa urges constituents to share their views on the new South Eastern rail franchise

Teresa is urging constituents to share their views on the new South Eastern rail franchise, due to begin in April 2014, by responding to a consultation document published this week by the Department for Transport. The South Eastern Franchise Consultation … Continue reading

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Teresa writes about the financial transaction tax for Left Foot Forward

Below is a copy of an article Teresa has written about the financial transaction tax for the blog Left Foot Forward. It can also be viewed on their website here. Though the financial transactions tax (FTT) has long been on … Continue reading

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Teresa urges constituents to share memories as part of The Jubilee Time Capsule project

Teresa Pearce this week expressed support for the world’s largest history project – The Jubilee Time Capsule. The Royal Commonwealth Society’s Jubilee Time Capsule project, sponsored by National Express Group, is collating memories from the last 60 years across the Commonwealth. Memories … Continue reading

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Teresa backs Which?’s Watchdog not Lapdog campaign supporting a proactive regulator that stands up for consumers

Teresa has backed Which?’s Watchdog not Lapdog campaign to show support for a strong, open and proactive financial regulator that stands up for consumers. The Financial Services Bill which is currently going through parliament will change how the financial services … Continue reading

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