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| Mapping the 2010 General Election | |
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Owen will be updating this google map during the general election as he goes around the country campaigning for a Conservative victory.
Follow his campaign via twitter, facebook and google:
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| Profiled By Corriere Della Sera | |
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OWEN MEREDITH - SOPHIE FERNANDES Owen è nato in Galles, terra di pozzi di carbone e minatori che negli anni ’80 si scontrarono con la Thatcher, furono sconfitti e sono praticamente estinti. Come può un gallese essere conservatore? «Io sono nato nell’86, dopo quel grande conflitto sociale e penso che sia giusto guardare al futuro, non al passato. E perché il partito Tory dovrebbe essere il futuro? «Perché i governi laburisti in 13 anni non hanno saputo stimolare il settore privato in Galles: hanno solo continuato a gonfiare il carrozzone pubblico. Io oggi vivo a Londra proprio perché a casa non trovavo un posto. Owen è specializzato in innovazione sostenibile nel campo dell’energia e dell’ambiente. Ammetterà che il Labour è sensibile al tema delle fonti energetiche pulite e rinnovabili... Solo un sacco di parole da parte di un governo vecchio e debole, in questi anni non hanno fatto niente di concreto, solo annunci e leggi inattuate. A Londra, oltre che il lavoro, Owen ha trovato una fidanzata: Sophie Anne Fernandes, Tory anche lei e anche lei neoconservatrice non scontata «perché i miei genitori votano Labour. Come vi siete conosciuti? Distribuendo papaveri rossi per la British Legion, l’associazione dei reduci di guerra britannici. Roughly Translated: Owen was
born in Wales, land of coal pits and miners who in the 1980's clashed with
the Thatcher government, when mines were closed and mining extinguished.
And you believe the Tory party to be the future? “In 13 years, the Labour government have not stimulated the private sector in Wales: they have only continued to swell the unsustainable public sector. Today I live in London because I did not find work in Wales”. Owen is specialises in sustainable innovation in the field of the energy and the environment. He will admit that the Labour is sensitive to the topic of the clean and renewable energy, but says... “They only talk the language. There is a lack of action from an old government and weak leaders. There has been nothing concrete, from the government, just announcements and laws that amount to nothing.” To London, beyond that the job, Owen met his girlfriend: Sophie Anne Fernandes, who describes how they met “Distributing red poppies for the British Legion, the association of the British veterans of war”. |
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| Owen on Twitter | |
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Owen has joined the micro-blogging site Twitter. Follow his thought on topical issues via www.twitter.com/owenlmeredith or search for him @owenlmeredith |
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Top Ten Priorities Unveiled |
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Owen has used the re-launch of his website to unveil his top ten political priorities. The list will be updated as-and-when required to keep the priorities inline with the needs of the country. "This is not a comprehensive list, and it is not designed to be a manifesto" he said. "It is a simple list of ten key areas and issues that I feel most passionate about, and given the opportunity to work to change" Promoting Prosperity and Aspiration for All through:
1. A modern and diverse economy with development of low-carbon technology and infrastructure. 2. Fostering business and enterprise to create jobs and wealth. 3. Efficient and accountable government, delivering value for money to taxpayers. 4. Simplified taxation – offering clear and transparent tax collection, reducing the burden on individuals and corporations. 5. A culture of saving and individual responsibility. 6. Diversity in education to maximise individual potential through a range of pathways. 7. Representative government, working for and reflecting our community. 8. First class health care, offering the highest standard of care to those who fall ill, while encouraging healthy lifestyles to avoid illness. 9. Strong communities and social responsibility, from the doorstep to the world stage. 10. An independent and publically accountable police force.
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Owen Resigns From National Management Executive |
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I have today written to Michael Rock as Chairman of Conservative Future to tender my resignation from the National Management Executive. A year after taking office in March 2008, I have reached the end of my elected term, and believe now is the right time to step down. In leaving the NME today, I want to make clear that I am not leaving CF or retiring to the shadows. I am 100% committed to supporting CF and helping the continued growth and success of the organisation. I would like to thank CF members for their support and encouragement over the past year. There have been many challenges and difficult decisions, but I have enjoyed my time on the NME immensely and encourage CF members to get involved and stay involved. CF can and indeed must keep going from strength-to-strength, and I look forward to it playing a vital role in removing this disastrous Labour Government from office whenever the General Election is called. Kindest Regards, Owen Meredith
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Owen Issues End Of Term Report |
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It has been a great honour to serve on the National Executive of Conservative Future for the past 12 months and seeing the organisation grow stronger. We have recruited record numbers of new members; played a vital role in winning parliamentary by-elections; and have seen increased activity, campaigning and events up-and-down the country. We have also reorganised ourselves to ensure CF as a strong and vibrant organisation continues into the future. My time in CF started in 2004 at University, joining at fresher’s fair, just like many of our members. Before long I found myself getting more and more involved, becoming Treasurer, then Chairman, Area Chairman and finally elected to the NME. Having taken that route, I have the greatest respect for the contribution of so many individuals whose efforts on the ground up and down the country, make CF the diverse and effective force it is. Therefore I would like to start this report by thanking not only those people, but also the CFers who go out delivering, attend events and support the party in many other ways without looking for any recognition. You really are the people that make CF successful. This year has confirmed to me that CF is a fantastic organisation and one that I am immensely proud to have been part of for so long. I hope that in my term on the executive I have used my experiences to make CF stronger. It is in this positive vein that I have today written to Michael Rock to resign my position on the NME, having completed the one year term I was given a democratic mandate to serve. Click Here To View My Full End Of Term Report
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December NME Report Published |
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Owen's latest report on his activities as a member of Conservative Future's National Management Executive has been published online. It can be viewed on the NME page of this site. The report is also featured on the newly re-launched Conservative Future website, which has been revitalised to be more interactive and user friendly. Read more and keep up-to-date: www.conservativefuturue.com
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Christmas Wishes and the Hope of a Child |
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Hello,
It's that time of year when post bags are full of Christmas cards and
we all start thinking about over-eating and the joys of Christmas food...
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Owen Writes On Why a VAT Cut Wont Save The Economy |
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Dear
Sir,
This
weeks announcement of a 2.5% cut in VAT won’t save the crumbling economy
in Newcastle under Lyme or anywhere else in the UK...
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Owen Releases Statement on CF Electoral Reforms |
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Following the meeting of the Conservative Future National Management Executive on Saturday 15th November, the NME have decided to extend our own term until after the next general election... continues
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Culture Magazine Launch |
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The long awaited launch of Culture Magazine.net will take place in Spring 2009. Keep and eye on www.culturemagazine.net for the latest political commentary from Owen Meredith.
Culture Magazine provides effective communication via whatever medium is required: drawing upon our expertise to allow brands to engage with young people, not just target them. We become extensions of a team, supplying world class content and / or coverage, with celebrity endorsements and event coverage being a particular strength.
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Conservative Future Launches NO2ID Campaign |
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This week CF launched its campaign to support NO2ID in their campaign to stop the database state. The Conservative Party has been a vocal critic of the scheme in the House of Commons which is estimated to cost the taxpayer in excess of £6bn. Now Conservative Future is taking the fight to University campuses, up and down the country.... continues
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Owen Speaks to Keele Freshers |
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Owen has welcomed new members to Conservative Future at Keele, saying: "This is an exciting time to be part of Conservative Future. More than ever this country needs change. We need a change of ideas, a change of direction, a change of government... continues
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| Charities In The Credit Crunch | |
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After attending a recent charity fundraiser in Islington, organised in part by Conservative Future and raising funds for local youth charity Prospex, Owen has warned that we must continue to support the role of charities in society - despite the credit crunch... continues
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| Passing of 42 Days Marks A Sad Day For The UK | |
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Yesterday the House of Commons voted to back Labour plans to extend the amount of time terror suspects can be detained without trail; extending the current 28 days, to 42 days. ... continues
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42 Days "Immoral and Unacceptable" |
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Owen has labelled government plans to extend detention without charge to 42 days for terror suspects "immoral and unacceptable". In the week that MPs will vote on the plans, Owen has spoken out and criticised the plans, which would see the current 28 day detention limit extended to 42 days. ... continues
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| Polyclinics a Further Sign Of Government By Gimmick | |
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Owen is backing a Conservative led campaign to force the Government to stop reorganisation of GP's surgeries into huge poly-clinics. Under Labour's plans hundreds of GP surgeries would close, and see new centralised polyclinics open with "one-stop-shop" of health services. ... continues
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| Government Labelled “Fools” Over Post Office Closures | |
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The Government this week chose April Fools day to announce the closures of Post Offices across Staffordshire and Shropshire; part of it's closure program that will see 2,500 local Post Offices close by 2009. ... continues
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| Owen Backs Calls For Non-Emergency Phone Number | |
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Owen Meredith has backed calls for the introduction of "101" as the non-emergency crime reporting number. This number is currently on trial in five areas of England and Wales; Cardiff, East Leicestershire and Rutland, Hampshire and Isle of Wight, Northumberland and Tyne and Wear, Sheffield. ... continues
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Owen Elected to Conservative Future National Executive |
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Owen Meredith has been successfully been elected to the National Management Executive of Conservative Future. Owen said: "I am delighted to have been elected, and would like to thank all those who took part in the election, both candidates and voters. I would also congratulate Michael Rock and the rest of the CF NME team on their election." ... continues
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Manchester Speech Delivers Firm Message For The Future |
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Owen Meredith has released a transcript of the speech he delivered to the Manchester CF hustings on Friday 15th February at KRO Bar. His speech called on CF members to desire a bigger and better organisation that works as well nationally as it does locally. ... continues
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Ballot Papers Released : VOTE EARLY, VOTE MEREDITH |
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Thousands of CF members have begun receiving ballot papers for the CF National Elections, in which Owen Meredith is standing as a candidate for the National Management Executive (NME). ... continues
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Tooting & Wandsworth Hustings |
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Owen Meredith was not able to make the Tooting & Wandsworth hustings held on Saturday 2nd February, but have issued the following statement ... continues
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Owen Publishes NME Manifesto |
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Post Office Closures Come To Keele |
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The reality of this Government's Post Office closure program has hit home in Keele this month, as students and villagers face loosing the second Post Office in Keele in a decade. The reality is that thousands of communities up and down the country face a similar battle to save vital local services. Owen said ... continues
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Staffordshire University Caves To Conservative Pressure |
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Staffordshire University has conceded to calls from Owen Meredith and Conservative Future to open up the University to democratic activity and allow political parties onto the university campus; but only for one day! ... continues
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Democracy Still Denied At Staffordshire University |
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Owen Meredith has written an open letter to students of Staffordshire University, encouraging them to stand up against the University management who are "denying students access to democracy". A copy of the letter is posted below... continues
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