Vaccine Update
It is very welcome news that the number of Covid cases in Maldon continues to fall with 67 testing positive in the last 7 days, bringing the rate per 100,000 down to 147.9. With the R rate in the East of England now 0.7 to 0.9, this number should go on falling as long as we […]
First COVID-19 Large Vaccination Centre in Essex Opens in Constituency
As the national effort to provide Covid vaccinations continues to expand, John was very pleased to learn that new vaccination sites have recently opened in the constituency. On 18 January, the first COVID-19 NHS large vaccination centre in Essex opened at The Lodge in Runwell, Wickford. In South Woodham Ferrers, the Crouch Vale Medical Centre […]
Heybridge Flooding
After receiving a number of emails this week regarding the impact of flooding along Holloway Road, Heybridge, John has been in close contact with Maldon District Council and Essex County Council to discuss the matter and to find out more about the progress of flood alleviation schemes in the area. Essex Flood Team are submitting a bid […]
Rapid Testing Now Available in Chelmsford
A new fast testing centre is now open in Chelmsford for those who do not have Covid-19 symptoms but who wish to take a test. The centre is part of an effort to try and find asymptomatic Covid cases in the Chelmsford area and help stop the spread of the virus in the city. The new Chelmsford Testing Centre is situated […]
Community Testing Now Available In Maldon District
Constituents who live in Maldon District and who may not be showing Covid symptoms are now able to take a Covid test as part of a joint programme with Essex County Council and the Department for Health and Social Care. Constituents can collect Covid test kits from Maldon Town Hall and carry out the swabbing […]
New Trains for the New Year
There was good news for the constituency’s commuters with the announcement that Greater Anglia has begun to operate their new rolling stock along the Southminster line. The state-of-the-art Class 720 AVENTRA Bombardier trains will have more seats, air conditioning, fast free Wi-Fi, plug and USB points, much improved accessibility and dedicated cycle storage places. The new trains also have […]
Local Vaccination Update
I have been recently contacted by constituents who are understandably eager to receive the Covid vaccine. As of writing this newsletter, there are 15 live sites across the Mid and South Essex area proving the vaccine to front line heathcare staff, care home staff and residents, and constituents aged over 80. Due to the complexities caused […]
Essex Re-enters Lockdown
I fully understand that the announcement of a further national lockdown from today is another bitter blow for many who have already endured months of restrictions causing separation from family and friends, loss of income and cancellation of plans. In particular, I recognise that the return to remote learning for those in education will be […]
Tier 4 Statement
I know how distressing it was for people in Maldon and Chelmsford to hear that new Tier 4 restrictions were being imposed on London and the Home Counties from Sunday morning. In addition, the withdrawal of the five day relaxation for Christmas is another huge blow to families, many of whom have already been unable […]
John Interviewed on the Future of UK Media
John was recently interviewed by Amal Rajan at the Radio Academy Festival for the BBC Radio 4’s The Media Show. In a wide-ranging interview, John was asked about his thoughts on the future of public broadcasting and the licence fee, the growing influence of podcasts and the role of big tech platforms in British media. […]