Gregory Campbell MP MLA
(East Londonderry)
Gregory Campbell combines the two characteristics that the DUP are known
for; speaking out on a range of issues and tireless representation. The
Unionist community has a number of concerns, they know in Gregory Campbell
they have an ardent advocate.They also know that to combat republican misrepresentation
and deceit they must have a consistent campaigner.
What Gregory Stands For::
• Confronting and exposing Sinn Fein's hypocrisy
• Consistency and Integrity
• Two Full Time Offices in the heart of the constituency
• Delivering free fares for the elderly
• On the ground - Speaking and Working... For You!
Over recent years Gregory has been to the forefront in assisting local communities
and individuals regarding their rights and entitlements. Each Community
Association across the East Londonderry constituency is informed by the
MP about developments that local people can benefit from. The Warm Homes
Scheme, Benefits entitlements, Pension rights, Free TV licences for the
over 75's have been just a few recent examples.
He has consistently pressed Government on the need for greater investment in the employment, tourism and transport sectors for the Coleraine and Limavady areas. He has led local delegations to Ministers on issues such as the increase in second homes on the North Coast, the under-funding of the Ulster Scots cultural identity.
Political Career:
• Elected to City Council - Londonderry, 1981
• Member of NI Assembly, 1982-1986
• Member of the New Northern Ireland Assembly, 1998-2003
• Security spokesman for DUP from 1994 to present.
• Leader of DUP group on Londonderry City Council since 1981
• Member of Parliament for East Londonderry 2001 - present
• Regional Development Minister from July 2000 to September 2001
• Member of the Northern Ireland Affairs Committee (until 11 April 2005)
• Chairperson of Social Development Committee NIA
• Minister for Culture, Arts & Leisure (June 2008 - July 2009)
Contact Gregory:
Email: wilkinsonh@parliament.uk