Future of the BBC World Service
Westminster Hall debate contribution stressing the importance of the BBC World Service as a global soft-power asset and urging Ministers to protect and strengthen its funding.
Middle East
David Lammy Foreign Secretary, Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office With permission, I will make a statement on the Israel-Iran conflict. Since I last updated the House, the United States has struck three Iranian nuclear sites at Isfahan, Natanz and Fordow. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has said that the action was “intentionally limited”. Britain was not involved in the […]
Education Questions
Sir John Whittingdale questions Ministers on funding for SEND pupils, the pace of nuclear investment, and security threats from Iran, seeking clarity on government commitments and operational details.
Iran-Israel Conflict
John Whittingdale compares Iran to Russia, asking the Foreign Secretary if the UK should support Israel in the same way it supports Ukraine, given Iran’s attacks on British soil.
Local Sport Facilities Receive Grants
Welcomes funding for three Maldon-area sports clubs through the Multi-Sport Grassroots Facilities Programme, supporting facility upgrades and wider participation in local sport.
Statement on Nuclear Investment and what it means for Bradwell-on-Sea
Responding to the Government’s statement on new Nuclear Investment on Tuesday 10th June, Sir John Whittingdale, MP for Maldon, sought to establish the Government’s current position on the possibility of a new nuclear power station at Bradwell-on-Sea. In the statement, the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, Ed Miliband, set out the Government’s plans to invest in nuclear power […]
Nuclear Power Investment
John Whittingdale asks whether a third nuclear power station at Bradwell-on-Sea remains possible, suggesting it could instead host a small modular reactor, pressing the Secretary of State for clarification.
Blackwater Leisure Centre plans
Concern raised with Maldon District Council over changes at Blackwater Leisure Centre affecting local groups, calling for clearer communication and support for those displaced.
Child Poverty
Response to constituents on child poverty, highlighting support for school meals and breakfast programmes while urging continued action to help families and improve outcomes for children.
Planning and Infrastructure Bill
Many of my constituents have got in touch with concerns about nature protections with regard to the Planning and Infrastructure Bill. While I support some of the principles, aims and ambitions of the Bill, key areas of this Bill leave me with concerns. I firmly believe that protecting the natural environment is important across the […]