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 […]
Israeli–Palestinian conflict
Constituents continue to email me with serious concerns about the conflict in Gaza. I remain deeply concerned about the humanitarian conditions facing civilians in Gaza. The scale of displacement, the lack of access to essential supplies, and the strain on medical facilities are deeply troubling. Innocent people, including large numbers of children, are facing immense […]
Crime and Policing Bill
Many people have got in touch to express their views on certain amendments to the Crime and Policing Bill regarding the issue of abortion. I have made my views clear on this for many years. I am not “anti abortion” as I believe that there are circumstances when it is right to assist a woman terminate […]
Jimmy Lai imprisonment in Hong Kong
Sir John Whittingdale MP meets Sebastian Lai to discuss his father, Jimmy Lai’s, imprisonment in Hong Kong