‘Priority one’ road resurfacing in Burnham-on-Crouch
High Street to be resurfaced overnight as part of a £25 million highways programme. Burnham-on-Crouch High Street is set to be resurfaced this Sunday night (27th November) as part of Essex County Council’s new Priority One programme. Announced this autumn, the £25 million of funding enables additional highways crews and resources to be available to […]
Restrictions on Fireworks
A number of constituents have contacted me advocating for restrictions on fireworks. I recognise that the majority of those who use fireworks do so in a responsible and safe manner. I support the considerate use of fireworks and believe that the existing framework strikes the right balance between allowing individuals to enjoy fireworks while reducing the risks and […]
Sir John Whittingdale visits Chelmsford JobCentre Plus at The Gemini Centre
Sir John Whittingdale visited Chelmsford JobCentre Plus at The Gemini Centre in New London Road, Chelmsford. Sir John talked to staff members and advisers as well as receiving a briefing from Essex Service Leader, Dave Cope. Sir John was updated on progress to transition existing claimants to Universal Credit and also met advisers on disability […]
Sanctions: Iran
John Whittingdale I strongly welcome the regulations. As my hon. Friend Alicia Kearns and the Minister have made clear, Iran is a malign influence that is fuelling many of the most serious conflicts around the world. There was Iran’s horrendous attack on Israel recently, but there has also been its supply of weapons to Hamas, Hezbollah, and the Houthis—and […]
Employment Rights Bill
A number of constituents have contacted me about the Employment Rights Bill. I fully understand the desire for better protections in the workplace, especially around family-friendly policies and workers’ rights. The need to ensure that employees feel secure, valued, and respected is something I wholeheartedly support. However, I have significant concerns about this particular Bill. […]
Sir John Whittingdale and Dame Priti Patel attend two meetings in connection with the Mid and South Essex ICB proposals for the future of St Peter’s Hospital
Sir John Whittingdale and Dame Priti Patel 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, Sir John and Dame Priti met Karin Smyth, Minister of State for Health, with officials in the Department of Health. They […]
Sir John Whittingdale, MP for Maldon, and over 70 MPs urge the Chancellor not to increase the cost of fuel
Sir John Whittingdale, MP for Maldon, joins dozens of MPs in a campaign to stop a possible rise in fuel duty · Analysis suggests a 5p increase could cost Britain’s 37 million motorists £160 Sir John has joined a campaign with over seventy Members of Parliament urging the Chancellor to keep the cost of fuel […]
Sir John Whittingdale, MP for Maldon, addresses current footpath safety issues for pupils of Heybridge Primary School and local residents
On Saturday 19th October, I visited the new Westcombe Park development, Broad Street Green Road, River Ebro Road and Heywood Way in Heybridge with local District Councillors Paula Spenceley and Simon Burwood. I was also glad to have the opportunity to speak with residents of Heywood Way and River Ebro Road. I have had a lot of correspondence […]
Sir John Whittingdale MP joins 16 MPs urging Transparency from the Government on new Transmission Infrastructure
Sir John Whittingdale MP joins 16 of his fellow MPs in signing a letter calling for transparency on new grid infrastructure in relation to the Centralised Strategic Network Plan (CSPN). As representatives of predominantly rural constituencies, Sir John and his fellow signatories are profoundly concerned about the presumption to just install pylons for any new […]
Global Plastics Treaty
A number of constituents have contacted me about plastic pollution. While the previous administration set ambitious targets to eliminate avoidable plastic waste by the end of the 25 Year Environment Plan, much more urgency is needed. Although there were commitments to make all plastic packaging recyclable or reusable by 2025, the reality on the ground […]