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Victorian Christmas Success
Stephen Metcalfe was pleased to attend the Northlands Park Community Association Victorian Christmas Fayre recently. The first event of its kind at the recently refurbished centre was a gratr sucess with people from accross the area joing in the fun. Stephen Metcalfe said: "I think everyone did a fantastic job to get this off the ground. Everyone seemde to enjoy themselves and it gave a number of local charities the opportunity to highlight their work and to raise some much needed funds. I very much look forward to attending next year." Posted 18/12/08
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| Labour's secret 20% VAT bombshell George Osborne has accused Labour of planning a "secret tax bombshell" after Gordon Brown refused to deny that they considered increasing VAT to 20%.  This came after an official document, signed by a Treasury minister, revealed plans to increase VAT to 18.5% after the next election. George said, "It explains why there is a black hole in the PBR - because at the last minute Gordon Brown clearly decided to keep secret his plan to hit everyone with an extra tax rise to pay for his borrowing binge." Posted 1/12/08 |
Where we stand... Stephen Metcalfe invites you to visit Conservative.com and see where the Conservatives stand on all the big issues facing this country today. Stephen said: " The Conservative Party is the only party with a clear vision of how we can help the country get back on its feet. Britain today faces many challenges and I look forward to joining a Conservative Governemt that has a "Plan for Change" for Britain.  Posted 10/12/08 |
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Congratulations to all at Maydells Stephen Metcalfe, prospective Member of Parliament for South Basildon & East Thurrock was pleased to be invited to visit Maydell's Autumn Fair last Saturday.The event held in the communal lounge was an opportunity for residents and the local community alike to come together and enjoy a cup of tea, a flutter on the Tombola and a rumage through the brick-a-brack stall. The residents and staff had worked really hard to ensure the event was a sucess and I send them my heart felt congratulations and I very much look forward to joining them again next year. Pictured are Stephen Metcalfe and Housing Manager Lorraine Posted 18/11/08  |
Campaign 2009: A brighter future awaits Stephen Metcalfe, prospective Member of Parliament for South Basildon & East Thurrock with John Flack, European Parliamentary Candidate for the Eastern Region at a recent Regional Conference to discuss plans for the County Council & European Parliament Elections next June.
Campaign 2009 was launched with an explanation of why every Conservative must vote Conservative next June. |
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Congratulations! Tesco's Computers for schools presentation a great success. Stephen Metcalfe, Prospective Conservative MP for South Basildon & East Thurrock joined John Baron MP at Tesco, Pitsea last Friday at the annual Tesco Computers for Schools’ awards. Stephen said: “I would like to thank Tesco’s for this great scheme. The store has given a lot back to the local community and I am both impressed with their commitment and grateful for their support, because as they say - Every little Helps!”The photographs shows John Baron MP, Stephen Metcalfe and Children from the schools and Stephen Metcalfe with representitives from St Margaret's CofE Primary School. Posted 14/11/08 |
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Remembrance Day: Proud to Remember. Stephen Metcalfe, Prospective Conservative MP for South Basildon & East Thurrock joined other local dignitaries at the Remembrance Day service in Stanford-le-Hope to pay his respects. Stephen said, "Again, I was proud to lay a wreath on behalf of the local Conservatives and to remember all those who laid down their lives so that we can enjoy the freedoms we do today. This year the turn out at the service was one of the highest. As our troops are engaged in conflicts around the world this is the right opportunity to pause and remember the sacrifice they make on all our behalf’s. I was particularly pleased to see so many young people making the occasion - long my it continue.Posted 12/11/08 |
Stephen Metcalfe: Lest we forget! Stephen Metcalfe, Prospective Conservative MP for South Basildon & East Thurrock joined John Baron MP at Tesco's Pitsea last Friday to help sell Remembrance Day Poppies.Stephen said, “I was again delighted to be able to help in this years annual Poppy Appeal. Each year the Royal British Legion, through their Poppy Appeal, help us remember the ultimate sacrifice made on our behalf to defend the freedoms we enjoy and to raise funds to support our service men and women.” Stephen continued, “In an unsafe world we expect a lot of our armed forces and this is just a small opportunity to pause and remember the work they do, the dangers they face and ultimately the sacrifice they may make. I just want to put on record my thanks and admiration for all those who have served our country both now and in the past.” Stephen added: “The good work of the Royal British Legion goes beyond organising the Poppy Appeal and I was pleased to be able to play a small part in their excellent work.” Posted 12/11/08 |
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Lord Tebbit shares his thoughts Stephen Metcalfe, prospective MP for South Basildon and East Thurrock Constituency, hosted Lord Tebbit at the Carlton Club last week for the inaugural meeting of the Constituency Patron’s Club.Norman Tebbit spoke of the massive financial problems facing this country. He spoke of the problems that Thatcher government had faced and overcome. He said that all Labour governments left office leaving serious financial problems and he outlined the steps a new Conservative Government would need to address to get the country back on its feet. The founding Chairman of the Basildon Businessmen’s’ Dining Club, Cllr Mike Revell, reminisced on the original formation of the club, formed in the days when David Amess first became the MP for Basildon. The first speaker was Michael Heseltine and from that time all the leading Conservatives had spoken to the club with the exception of Norman Tebbit. He was therefore delighted that Lord Tebbit had spoken at this meeting when the old dining club was being transformed into the new Patrons’ Club. Posted 1/11/08 |
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McDonald's refurbishment a great success. Billericay & District MP John Baron and Stephen Metcalfe, Prospective MP for South Basildon & East Thurrock visited the McDonald’s restaurant in Pitsea on Friday, 24 October to see the major refurbishment that has transformed it into a trendy, modern venue. They was also given a behind-the-scenes taster during an exclusive tour of the restaurant.The current décor of the restaurant has been updated with a stylish new look and the infamous red and yellow colour scheme has been replaced with apple greens, whites and natural colours. The restaurant is also now divided into a number of zones which feature different seating types and heights, designed to offer dining areas tailored to individual customers’ needs. Read More>> Posted 24/10/08 |
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Stephen happy to help again
 Stephen Metcalfe, Prospective Member of Parliament for South Basildon & East Thurrock was again pleased to offer support to Holiday Homes for the Handicapped, a local charity in Corringham, which held a fund raising table top sale on last Saturday.Pictured are Stephen Metcalfe and Charity founder Daphne Hart. See Previous Post Posted 24/10/08 |
News on Dry Street
 Having worked together to successfully persuaded Essex County Council to remove Dry Street Farm and Northlands Farm from the ‘Call for Sites’ for the development, County Councillor John Schofield has promise to watch over this green area’s protection.Pictured are Stephen Metcalfe, Prospective Conservative MP and County Councillor John Schofield at Northlands Farm in Dry Street. Posted 24/10/08 |
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| Plan for Change Stephen Metcalfe, prospective Member of Parliament was pleased with the vision David Cameron set out for a future Conservative Government. In his Conference speech, David Cameron outlined the party's Plan for Change and promised to rebuild the economy, renew the NHS and repair our broken society. He stressed that in these difficult times, Britain needs leadership, character and judgement: David Cameron said: “The leadership to unite your party and build a strong team. The character to stick to your guns and not bottle it when times get tough. The judgment to understand the mistakes that have been made and to offer the country change.” This economic crisis shows we need change, not more of the same. Instead of a divided Government led by the man who left the economy so badly prepared we need a strong, united, positive alternative to Labour. Because we're a united team, people can trust us to work together for the country in a crisis, unlike Labour who are fighting each other. This week we talked about the future of the country, unlike Labour who spent their conference arguing about their internal problems. We're not sitting back and waiting for Labour to fall apart. We have a plan for change - bold, radical ideas for changing Britain: to rebuild our battered economy, to renew our bureaucratised NHS, and to repair our broken society. |
 Stephen Metcalfe, in Birmingham hearing first hand about the Conservative Party's "Plan for Change" |
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| To view the speech in full click the video below or for further details about our Plan for Change visit: www.conservatives.com Posted 3/10/08 |
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People Power Victory! Basildon and East Thurrock prospective Conservative MP Stephen Metcalfe has hailed the latest East Thurrock Master plan consultation a people power victory after several controversial building developments were dropped from the preferred option. Read More>>Posted 24/9/08 |
Don't delay, get a check up today! Stephen Metcalfe, prospective Conservative MP for South Basildon & East Thurrock took time out from manning his stall at the recent Orsett show to have a free health check.Stephen said: “I took just a couple of minutes off to have my blood pressure checked. The results of which can show the tell tale signs of the early onset of more serious medical conditions.” Read More>> Posted 24/9/08 |
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| Stephen Metcalfe talks to YourThurrock.Com following Stamp Duty Announcement |
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| Prospective Member of Parliament for South Basildon & East Thurrock, Stephen Metcalfe has been campaigning for a government statement regarding Stamp Duty for some time. With the government announcement, Mr Metcalfe spoke to YourThurrock regarding the new proposals and the impact he felt it would have on the economy. Stephen Metcalfe has been scathing regarding the government’s economic performance and he is less than impressed with the path the government is taking. Comment: stampduty@yourthurrock.com Posted 9/9/08 |
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| Guradian Surveys New Tories. Stephen Metcalfe, Prospective Conservative Member of Parliament speaks to Haben Habteslasie from the Guardian about a number of issues. The Guardian were asking: "Who are the new MPs who would probably be elected if David Cameron's Conservatives come to power - and what are their views? They spoke to 66 candidates about tax, Europe, abortion and more." Stephens full response can be read here: http://www.guardian.co.uk/politics/2008/sep/04/conservatives22 Posted 9/9/08 |
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| Out and about at the Orsett Show with Stephen Metcalfe... Click on the photos below to see a larger version.          Posted September 2008 |
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| Stephen Metcalfe, Prospective Member of Parliament talks with Internet Blogger Ian Dale about South Basildon & East Thurrock Posted 12/8/08 |
Basildon & Thurrock needs a Home Information Pack (HIP) holiday says Stephen Metcalfe Call to boost housing market by removing costly red tape  As damaging uncertainty continues over whether or not the Government will introduce a stamp duty suspension or deferment scheme, and Estate Agents report house sales lower than in the early 90’s, Stephen Metcalfe, Prospective Conservative MP for South Basildon & East Thurrock called on Gordon Brown to use government powers to suspend Home Information Packs (HIPs) to help boost the beleaguered housing market. Read More>> or Comment Here>> Posted 12/8/08 |
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| Would be MP calls for an end to dithering! “Stop dithering on stamp duty and make a decision” is the call to Gordon Brown and Alistair Darling from Stephen Metcalfe the Prospective Conservative Member of Parliament for South Basildon and East Thurrock. Stephen Metcalfe was speaking out after Estate Agents reported the speculation caused by the Government’s hints at a stamp duty holiday was killing house sales as people pull out of sales in the hope of saving thousands pounds in tax. Read More>> Posted 8/8/08 |
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 The Future's Bright, the Future's Conservative...South Basildon and East Thurrock Conservative Future had their monthly meeting on Tuesday 5th of August. There discussed campaign strategy and how to involve more young people in politics. After the close of the official meeting they met in bar for a few drinks for friendly chat and some debate on political issues, such as privatisation, free trade, social responsibility and whether Brown will be forced out. The event was attended by Prospective Conservative Member of Parliament for south Basildon and East Thurrock, Stephen Metcalfe. Stephen is leading the way in engaging youth in politics; he listens to the views of young people and will take these views to the heart of Government when elected in the next election. Too often young people feel alienated from politics, but this is a real avenue to make the voices of young people heard and with two members of Conservative future now elected councillors, it shows the young can be at the heart of decision making. Pictured are Stephen Metcalfe (Centre), with members of South Basildon & East Thurrock Conservative Future including Chairman James Halden, Basildon Youth Champion, Cllr Luke Mackenzie and former Thurrock Youth Parliament Member, Cllr Danny Nicklen. If anyone is intrested in joining the CF telephone 01375 642 397 for more details and information on forthcoming social and political events. Posted 6/8/08 |
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Connected: Download the latest News from Stephen Metcalfe |
Download and complete our 60-Second residents Survey Under David Cameron, the Conservatives are showing we have a clear vision for our country and are leading the movement for change.We have spoken to and met many of you on the doorstep and have heard a wide range of views. Unfortunately, however, it is not always possible to speak to everyone, which is why we invite you to complete our 60 Second Survey. Just click the image above, download the PDF, complete it and then return it to our FREEPOST address. Thank you Posted 4/8/08  Stephen Metcalfe Invites you to Change Perceptions. Photo Competition 2008 “As the Parliamentary Candidate for South Basildon & East Thurrock I want to challenge people’s perceptions of our area. I want to ask for your help in presenting Basildon and Thurrock in the same light that we see it.” Stephen Metcalfe, Competition Organiser Read More>> Posted 1/8/08 |
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| 1,000 ways for Brown’s state inspectors to enter homes across Basildon & Thurrock Stephen Metcalfe expresses concern at unchecked state powers of intrusion Stephen Metcalfe, Prospective Conservative MP for South Basildon & East Thurrock expressed grave concern this week at the news that Government and town hall inspectors now have over 1,000 powers which allow inspectors to enter people’s homes and premises. Despite Gordon Brown’s pledge last year to cut back these powers, a further 16 new laws are being pushed through Parliament which entrench or extend powers of entry. Read More>> Posted 28/7/08 |
Music at the Mill Stephen Metcalfe joined Thurrock Mayor, Cllr John Everett and hundreds of local residents for an afternoon of Music at Orsett Mill on Sunday.The now annual Music at the Mill fund raising event on Sunday was in aid of St Luke’s Hospice and Rotary International Charities and raised over £6,000. Read More>> Posted 23/7/08 |
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| Out and about with Stephen Metcalfe... Click on the photos below to see a larger version.         Posted July 2008 |
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Stephen Metcalfe Backs Fairer Fuel Pricing The Conservatives have promised a radical reform of fuel duty that would give an immediate cut of 5 pence a litre on the price of petrol at current rates. Under plans unveiled this week duty on fuel would be lowered when oil prices are high and raised when they fall to give a fairer deal to motorists. Read More>> or Comment Here>>Posted 10/7/08 |
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| One year on: higher taxes, services cut and communities gagged Stephen Metcalfe comments on end of year report for Gordon Brown  Stephen Metcalfe, Prospective Conservative Member of Parliament for South Basildon & East Thurrock delivered his verdict Gordon Brown’s first year as Prime Minister, highlighting Government policies which are adding to the rising cost of living, bringing about the closure of local services and silencing the voice of local communities. Read More>> or Comment Here>>Posted 8/7/08 |
Stanford Festival Success Stephen Metcalfe, Prospective Conservative MP for South Basildon & East Thurrock braved Sunday’s weather and joined thousands of people in Stanford-le-Hope for the Annual Festival.Despite the weather, spirits were high and everyone seemed to enjoy themselves. Read More>> Posted 8/7/08 |
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Samaritans need your help! Stephen Metcalfe, Prospective Conservative Member of Parliament for South Basildon & East Thurrock met with volunteers from the Samaritains at this year’s Basfest and heard first hand about the challenges they face and their desire to attract more volunteers.Samaritans, who provide a 24hr support service for those who feel desperate and alone, and those contemplating suicide, believe that offering people the opportunity to be listened to in confidence and accepted without judgement, can alleviate despair and suicidal feelings. In providing this service, they hope to achieve their aim of reducing suicide across the UK. Read More>> or Comment Here>> Posted 8/7/08 |
David Cameron outlines a brighter future Last Tuesday evening (3/6/08), Stephen Metcalfe, Prospective Conservative Member of Parliament for South Basildon & East Thurrock and a group of Conservative Councillors and activists attended Chelmsford Conservative Annual Dinner to hear the Rt Hon David Cameron MP give a thoughtful, entertaining and inspirational address.  Stephen commented afterwards: “David delivered an excellent speech outlining how the next Conservative Government will address the real issues facing this country. He also spoke of desire to see a fairer Britain where everyone can make the most of their own potential and the opportunities available to them.”Posted 9/6/08 |
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Stephen Metcalfe, Prospective Conservative Member of Parliament for South Basildon & East Thurrock has welcomed comment made in a letter recently published by Eric Pickles MP, Shadow Secretary of State for Communities & Local Government.
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