Handley Gardens – Residents’ concerns
Meeting with Handley Gardens residents and developers to address estate management concerns, improve transparency on service charges and agree remedial works following issues raised by homeowners.
Priory Primary School
Visit to Priory Primary School in Bicknacre to speak with pupils about democracy, answer questions about parliamentary work and present badges to the newly elected School Council.
Merchant Navy Day
Attendance at Merchant Navy Day commemorations in Maldon honouring local seafarers who lost their lives in the Second World War and recognising the community’s continued remembrance.
Echoes of History show
Visit to the Echoes of History event in Rettendon, recognising the work of the Essex Historic Military Vehicles Association and the strong community turnout for the show.
St Peter’s Hospital decision
Welcomes retention of services at St Peter’s Hospital and progress toward a new health hub, while urging review of maternity changes and long-term local healthcare provision.
Visit to C&M Precision Ltd
Visit to C&M Precision Ltd in Maldon to meet staff and see work supporting key industries including aerospace, mining and energy.
A12 Widening Scheme Cancellation
Criticism of the decision to cancel the A12 Chelmsford–A120 scheme, warning it risks worsening congestion and undermining plans for housing, jobs and growth across mid-Essex.
Local Sport Facilities Receive Grants
Welcomes funding for three Maldon-area sports clubs through the Multi-Sport Grassroots Facilities Programme, supporting facility upgrades and wider participation in local sport.
Blackwater Leisure Centre plans
Concern raised with Maldon District Council over changes at Blackwater Leisure Centre affecting local groups, calling for clearer communication and support for those displaced.
Southminster Festival of Music
Sir John Whittingdale presents prize to the winner of the “Young Musician 11 years and under” at the Southminster Festival of Music