Trevor Ivory pledges to “do his bit” for British Armed Forces

Trevor Ivory is presented with a copy of the Legion's Manifesto by Charlotte Tailby, RBL's Public Affairs Officer.

Trevor Ivory, Conservative Candidate for North Norfolk, has pledged to do his bit for the British Armed Forces.

Mr Ivory met with representatives from The Royal British Legion at the Conservative Party Conference in Manchester this week 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 past and present members of the armed forces and their families.  It encourages MPs and candidates to “do their bit” for service personnel and their families, the bereaved, veterans and dependants all of whom have been let down by Labour.

Kevin Shinkwin, the Legion’s Head of Public Affairs, said, “We’re really grateful to Mr Ivory 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 armed forces need 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”.

Trevor Ivory said, “I was delighted to meet with The Royal British Legion.  They have an important role to play in highlighting the needs of the armed forces and I have pledged to do my bit.  Our brave servicemen and women have been let down badly by a Labour Government that has committed them to fighting on more fronts that at any time since the Second World War whilst at the same time dramatically cutting the size of the forces and failing to properly equip them for the job.  Labour has also failed to look after the families of service personnel – especially in the area of forces housing, which is simply not fit for purpose.  The brave men and women are willing to make the ultimate sacrifice to defend us and Gordon Brown should hang his head in shame that he has failed to honour his side of the military covenant.”

“The “do your bit” campaign is open to everyone, not just politicians and I encourage everyone to sign up by visiting timetodoyourbit.org.uk.”