TOWN MP Maria Miller has pledged to ‘do her bit’ to support the Armed Forces after meeting with British Legion chiefs in Westminster. The parliamentarian is backing a campaign for the next Government to improve conditions for the British Armed Forces past and present – as well as their families.
Maria now holds a personalised pledge card after giving her support. She said: “We have a number of forces families living in Basingstoke. “I have met British Legion members locally and know just how much they do to support forces families, particularly during these difficult times. “I am pleased to support the Legion’s campaign. “It is so important we all get behind them. “As the Shadow Minister for the Family, I have been involved in the development of some of the Conservative policies which will put in place the support forces families need.” Kevin Shinkwin, head of public affairs at the British Legion, added: “We are delighted to give Maria her pledge card in recognition of her pledge to do her bit.
“Our message to every MP and candidate standing at the general election is very simple: ‘It’s time to do your bit.’ “How you do that is entirely up to you but pledging publicly at www.timetodoyourbit.org.uk is a great way of showing your support for the whole Armed Forces family, both now and beyond the general election. “Both the serving and ex-Service community need the support of politicians. “Our manifesto outlines practical ways the next government can help, and we hope all the parties give it serious consideration.” For more information visit www.britishlegion.org.uk
