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 […]
Wildlife Crime
A number of constituents have contacted me about the issue of wildlife crime. I fully understand and share the deep concern about the increasing incidents of wildlife crime in our country, as well as the low conviction rates and seemingly insufficient penalties for those responsible for these heinous acts. Those contacting me are right that […]
Open Doors World Watch List 2025
A number of constituents have been contacting me about Freedom of Religion or Belief (FoRB). The importance of championing freedom of religion or belief is laid bare in the alarming facts and figures regarding Christian persecution described in the Open Doors world watch list for 2024. I am committed to defending FoRB for all, and […]
E-collars for pets
A number of constituents have contacted me about the issue of e-collars for pets. Thanks to legislation passed by the previous Government, the UK has some of the highest animal welfare standards in the world. I understand that the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) has considered the evidence regarding the use of […]
Sir John Whittingdale’s Response to Labour’s Budget
John Whittingdale It is a pleasure to follow Margaret Mullane, who made an excellent speech. She spoke with knowledge and passion about her constituency and about the challenges that face the residents of Dagenham and Rainham. Hers is a constituency I know well, since I drive back to my own on the A13 every week. Sometimes, when it is closed, as […]
Alzheimer’s
A number of constituents have contacted me about the issue of Alzheimer’s and dementia. Alzheimer’s and dementia have a devastating impact on the lives of so many families in this country. With 900,000 people currently living with dementia in the UK, projected to rise to 1.6 million by 2040, research is crucial to understanding the condition and improving the […]
Sir John Whittingdale MP supports plea to end cruel puppy smuggling trade
Sir John Whittingdale, MP for Maldon, pledged his support on the issue of puppy smuggling this week at a parliamentary event run by Dogs Trust, the UK’s leading dog welfare charity. The event took place in the House of Commons on Wednesday 30 October, to encourage members of parliament to back the charity’s calls to […]
Ocean Protection
A number of my constituents have contacted me about the issue of ocean protection. The UK is a global leader in protecting our seas, the ocean and marine life, working with counterparts both in the UK and overseas. At COP15 in 2022, almost 200 countries agreed a global commitment to reverse biodiversity loss and to protect […]
International Engagement
John Whittingdale Shadow Minister (Health and Social Care) May I ask the Minister about another of the Foreign Secretary’s recent visits, to the Republic of Korea? Does she agree that the agreement to strengthen the defence and security dialogue with South Korea is very welcome, as is the condemnation of the support from the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea—both with weapons and, […]