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Thank you for taking the time to visit my website. Since being elected as Bradford East's Lib Dem MP in May 2010, I have been kept busier than I ever believed possible. I've spoken to many constituents in my weekly surgeries - covering every possible subject, from apprenticeships to the Odeon cinema. I am grateful to everyone who voted for me in 2010 and I will continue to stand up for the hard-working people of Bradford in Parliament.

This website contains a lot more information about my work, both in Bradford and in Parliament, the campaigns I am involved in, as well as news from the Liberal Democrats across Bradford East.

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David Ward's Big Summer Survey - Click here to take part today

David Ward MP listening to the views of local people

This year our Big Summer Survey is designed to: directly influence what happens in Government, to help vulnerable people, improve housing and bring jobs and investment to Bradford.

"As an MP, I meet many people who have experienced the care and support services. Some people receive good service, some poor, but the one thing all agree on is that it can be improved. I need your help to do that"
By filling in and returning this survey your voice will be heard right at the heart of Government. David Ward MP will be presenting the results of his survey to Parliament in the autumn. Everyone who replies will be invited to attend a summit in Bradford.


Please help to get Bradford's voice heard in Government and complete the survey today.

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  • The Broadway site
    Regional Growth Fund gives massive boost to Bradford jobs
    Article: Oct 31, 2011

    Bradford MP, David Ward, has welcomed today's announcement that Bradford is to receive £17 million from the Government's Regional Growth Fund to turn around the city centre .

    Bradford's Hindle Group also received funding to purchase a gear testing machine allowing them to design gearboxes and enabling them to become a tier 1 supplier to major equipment manufacturers.

    Commenting, David said:

    "It is phenomenally good news. This will create thousands of badly needed private sector jobs in Bradford and will finally fill in the hole that has blighted our city centre for the past ten years.

    "We have brought six senior members of the Government to the district to show them just how vital this work is to Bradford- including Vince Cable and the Cities Minister, Greg Clark. I know this made all the difference in the decision making process.

    "This is the catalyst that kicks everything off. Once we have managed to get the city centre sorted, everything else follows. The city centre is crucial in changing the image of the district."

    Commenting further, Liberal Democrat Leader and Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg said:

    "I am delighted to be able to announce this boost to business, which will jump start growth and create jobs that last in the places that really need it.

    "This targeted support for businesses across the country allows them to expand and create jobs. It unlocks private sector investment - with an estimated £6 put in for every £1 of public money.

    "People in the rest of Britain have been let down for far too long by governments in thrall to one Square Mile of it. The first pot of Regional Growth Fund money is already making a difference across the country - helping to rebalance our economy so that every region and sector benefits."

  • David calls for new Minister to protect rights of older people
    Article: Oct 21, 2011

    Bradford MP David Ward has signed a Parliamentary motion calling for the creation of a dedicated Government Minister for Older People.

    Older people are now one of the largest groups in the United Kingdom, and make up 40% of voters. Despite this, there is no Government minister dedicated to the well-being of older people. The Grey Pride campaign aims to celebrate and champion older people, giving them a voice at the highest level.

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    David challenges Minister over Bradford PCT's health cuts
    Article: Oct 19, 2011

    David Ward MP has challenged the public health minister Ann Milton over front line job losses in key health improvement roles.

    At Health Questions tod ay in the House of Commons David Ward demanded action over cuts to vital health improvement services in Bradford, such as weight management, smoking cessation, physical activity promotion, sexual health, community development and diabetes awareness-raising.

  • Seized car with no insurance
    David demands Parliamentary debate on insurance costs
    Article: Oct 19, 2011

    David Ward MP has successfully backed a call for a Parliamentary debate on soaring insurance costs in Bradford and across the country.

    Parliament's Backbench Business Committee said that the case that had been made for the debate was one of the strongest they had ever heard and agreed that time would be given for a debate.

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    David vows to challenge legal aid changes
    Article: Oct 15, 2011

    Bradford MP David Ward has promised to confront ministers over the impact of proposed legal aid changes on Bradford.

    The Legal Aid, Sentencing and Punishment of Offenders Bill currently being debated by Parliament will make wide ranging changes to legal aid, including withdrawing all support for welfare benefits appeals and family cases, except where there has been domestic abuse.

  • Pensions climb-down good news for women
    Article: Oct 13, 2011

    David Ward MP has welcomed the announcement of changes to the planned increase in the state pension age for women.

    Changes announced today will delay a planned increase in the state pension age by 6 months. This will mean that no women will see their pension age rise by more than 18 months, rather than two years under the original plans.

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    Clarity needed on green belt protections
    Article: Oct 3, 2011

    Bradford MP David Ward has called for controversial planning changes to be clarified to ensure that the city's green belt land remains protected.

    In an effort to simplify planning procedures the Government have simplified over 1,000 pages of planning guidance to just 52 pages in the National Planning Policy Framework. The revised regulations include a "presumption in favour of sustainable development" which has prompted an outcry from the National Trust and other groups who claim that it will put green belt land under threat from urban expansion.

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    People could be denied justice under legal aid shake-up
    Article: Oct 3, 2011

    Bradford MP David Ward has promised to confront ministers over the impact of proposed legal aid changes on Bradford.

    The Legal Aid, Sentencing and Punishment of Offenders Bill currently being debated by Parliament will make wide ranging changes to legal aid, including withdrawing all support for welfare benefits appeals and family cases, except where there has been domestic abuse.

  • David Ward MP running the Bradford Half Marathon for Marie Curie Cancer Care
    David to take on Bradford Half Marathon
    Article: Oct 1, 2011

    Bradford East MP David Ward is to take part in Bradford's half marathon this weekend, in aid of Marie Curie Cancer Care.

    Commenting, David said:

    "This is the second time I have taken on the Bradford half marathon. The hills make it a pretty gruelling course, but it's still a pleasure to be raising money for such a good cause.

  • The Broadway site
    David welcomes new fund to kick start local growth
    Article: Sep 23, 2011

    David Ward MP has welcomed a new "Growing Places Fund" aimed at boosting local infrastructure projects.

    The announcement by the Liberal Democrat Chief Secretary to the Treasury, Danny Alexander, could mean that Bradford will be able to bid for a half a billion pound pot of funding to help kick start the stalled redevelopment of the city centre.

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