Russian Citizens Granted UK Visas
Sir John asked the Home Secretary for visa statistics, specifically how many Russian citizens received UK visas each year over the past five years, prompting guidance on published data sources.
Industrial Electricity Prices
Sir John Whittingdale questions the Minister on high energy costs for small businesses, urging attention to local Maldon business C&M Precision Ltd, highlighting their feeling unheard in policy decisions.
Royal Albert Hall Bill
Sir John Whittingdale supports the Royal Albert Hall, as a theatre-goer. He highlights its historical significance and emphasises the importance of securing its future.
Visit to C&M Precision Ltd
Visit to C&M Precision Ltd in Maldon to meet staff and see work supporting key industries including aerospace, mining and energy.
Tribute to Lord Tebbit
Tribute in Parliament to Norman Tebbit, recalling his public service, personal resilience after the Brighton bombing, and the devotion that led him to step back from government to care for his wife.
A12 Widening Scheme Cancellation
Criticism of the decision to cancel the A12 Chelmsford–A120 scheme, warning it risks worsening congestion and undermining plans for housing, jobs and growth across mid-Essex.
Recent Update
Banking Services Update I want to keep residents fully informed about three key banking developments affecting our area: Barclays Local in Burnham-on-Crouch (Chapel Road, CM0 8JA) will close on Thursday 14 August 2025. Barclays tells us customer habits have shifted to digital channels and shared banking hubs, leading to declining footfall. They will comply with regulatory […]
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.