Closure of Santander Branch in Maldon
Confirmed plans for a banking hub in Maldon following Santander’s closure, ensuring continued access to cash and in-person banking services for residents and businesses.
Breakfast Meeting with NFU Branch
Met local NFU members in Purleigh to discuss pressures on farming, including inheritance tax proposals, environmental schemes and rural crime, and to hear concerns from farmers across Maldon and the Dengie.
Clayhill Vineyard finalist in Rural Oscars
Congratulated Clayhill Vineyard near Althorne on reaching the regional finals of the Countryside Alliance Awards, recognising its contribution to local food, farming and the rural economy.
Wind Farm Consultation
Attended a presentation on proposals for a new wind farm on the Dengie Peninsula, encouraging residents to engage with the consultation and ensuring local views are considered in the planning process.
English Devolution and Local Government
Sir John challenges plans to reorganise local government and questioning the impact on Maldon’s local representation and decision-making.
Gigabit Broadband in Maldon
Welcomed progress on Gigabit broadband rollout in Maldon, with thousands of homes set to benefit from faster connectivity under Project Gigabit, particularly in rural and hard-to-reach communities.
Meeting with Chief Constable and Police and Crime Commissioner
Concerns over police funding in Essex, warning that rising costs could lead to cuts to PCSOs and urging the Government to provide fair funding and review the national formula.
Christmas Memory Tree Lights at Heybridge Cemetery
Switched on the Christmas Memory Tree lights at Heybridge Cemetery, supporting a community tradition honouring loved ones and bringing residents together during the festive season.
Sir John Whittingdale visits the Royal Mail Delivery Office in Maldon
Sir John Whittingdale visited the Royal Mail Delivery Office in Maldon to meet staff sorting the mail before setting out on their delivery rounds with the Christmas Post. Sir John said: “The run up to Christmas is always particularly busy for the Royal Mail and the Posties in Maldon are doing a fantastic job, working […]
Sir John Whittingdale challenges Housing Minister on new developments in Maldon
Matthew Pennycook Minister of State (Housing, Communities and Local Government) With your permission, Mr Speaker, I would like to update the House on our plan to build the homes our country so desperately needs. This Labour Government were elected five months ago with a mandate to deliver national renewal. Standing on the steps of Downing Street on 5 July, the Prime Minister made it […]