Sir John Whittingdale MP puts question to the Culture Secretary
John Whittingdale Conservative, Maldon May I commend the report from the House of Lords Communications and Digital Committee, entitled “The future of news”? It highlights the threat from the unauthorised use of news content to train AI models. Will the Secretary of State consider, as a matter of urgency, strengthening the legislation in this area, and consider the introduction of a licensing […]
Electricity Grid Upgrades Debate
Sir John warns offshore grid proposals could affect local communities, threatening countryside, livelihoods and property.
Recent Update
St Peter’s Hospital In recent weeks, I and Dame Priti Patel, MP for Witham, have had two meetings in connection with the Mid and South Essex ICB proposals for the future provision of services at St Peter’s Hospital, Maldon. On 14th October, Dame Priti and I met Karin Smyth MP, Minister of State for Health, […]
Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation
Nusrat Ghani Deputy Speaker and Chairman of Ways and Means Before the debate begins, I remind the House of the application of the sub judice rule. It is extremely important that we respect the function of the courts. It is also important that we are able to discuss important matters. In civil cases, which are the […]
G20 and COP29 Summits
John Whittingdale Shadow Minister I strongly welcome the decision to allow Ukraine to strike against targets in Russia, from which missiles, drones and glide bombs are launched. In discussing how best to support Ukraine, will the Prime Minister say what progress was made in assisting Ukraine’s own military industrial sector to allow it to develop its own technology […]
Sir John Whittingdale MP supports farmers in Maldon in their fight against Labour’s unfair Family Farm Tax
Sir John Whittingdale, MP for Maldon, met with farmers from his constituency who had come to Parliament as part of the NFU’s Mass Lobby Event in Westminster on Tuesday 19th November. Sir John raised his concern about the impact of the Government’s decision to restrict Agricultural Property Relief in his speech in the debate immediately following the Budget on […]
Dogs’ Welfare
A number of constituents have contacted me about the issue of dogs’ welfare. I truly appreciate your dedication to improving dog welfare and understand the concerns surrounding the current legislative and enforcement gaps that affect the wellbeing of our canine companions. I wholeheartedly agree that dogs play a vital role in our lives and the […]
Sir John Whittingdale MP, visits Essex and Sussex Water’s Hanningfield Water Treatment Works
Sir John Whittingdale, MP for Maldon visited Essex and Sussex Water’s Hanningfield Water Treatment Works which treats up to 240Ml/day of drinking water for a large part of Essex and east London. It is the largest works operated by Essex & Suffolk Water and draws water from the 26,000 ML Hanningfield Reservoir. Sir John was given a […]
Arthritis
A number of constituents have contacted me with concerns about the impact of arthritis. I fully recognise how debilitating this condition can be, affecting not only physical health but also taking a heavy toll on mental wellbeing. I understand the significance of improving early diagnosis, treatment, and care for arthritis, as outlined in the comprehensive […]
Regulations for School Meals
A number of constituents have contacted me raising concerns about the current regulations for school meals. I appreciate that people have highlighted the important issues of childhood nutrition, environmental sustainability, and the need for flexibility in school food provision. As set out in the School Food Standards, schools are required to provide a balanced diet […]