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 […]
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 […]