STEVE GILBERT SIGNS UP TO DO HIS BIT FOR ROYAL BRITISH LEGION

12.00.00pm BST (GMT +0100) Fri 25th Sep 2009

Steve Gilbert signs up to do his bit for the Royal British Legion

Steve Gilbert, the Lib Dem Parliamentary candidate for St Austell & Newquay, has pledged to do his bit to help armed forces personnel and their families, bereaved service families and the ex-service community, while at the Lib Dem Party conference in Bournemouth.

The Royal British Legion's manifesto sets out priorities for the next Government to improve conditions for the British Armed Forces past and present and their families. It encourages MPs and parliamentary candidates to "do their bit" for Service Personnel and their families, the bereaved, veterans and dependants.

Kevin Shinkwin, the Legion's Head of Public Affairs, said, "We're really grateful to Steve 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 entire Armed Forces family needs 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".

Steve Gilbert said, "I was more than delighted to meet with The Royal British Legion. Many members of my family have served in the armed forces and I know many others locally who have done or still do. The Legion has a key role to play in highlighting the needs of the whole Armed Forces family. I've pledged to do my bit and would encourage everyone to do the same by visiting their general election manifesto website - www.timetodoyourbit.org.uk - to find out more."