MP pledges to “do his bit” for British Armed Forces

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Jim Dobbin MP

Jim Dobbin MP for Heywood and Middleton has pledged to do his bit for the British Armed Forces family.

Jim Dobbin made the pledge on The Royal British Legion’s ‘Time to do your bit’ campaign website. The website also features the charity’s general election manifesto, which sets out priorities for the Government to improve conditions for Service Personnel and their families, the bereaved, veterans and dependants.

Following the general election, the manifesto became a programme for action, which the Legion wants to see implemented during the lifetime of this parliament.

Kevin Shinkwin, the Legion’s Head of Public Affairs, said: “We’re really grateful to Jim Dobbin for pledging to do his bit. The whole Armed Forces family needs the support of politicians from all parties, and our ‘Time to do your bit’ campaign outlines practical ways the Coalition Government can help. We hope all the parties will give it serious consideration and that every MP will pledge to do their bit”.

Mr Dobbin said: “I was delighted to support 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 visit the website – www.timetodoyourbit.org.uk - to find out how they can get involved in the campaign.”