John Whittingdale appointed Leader of the Delegation for the UK.
John Whittingdale MP has been appointed as a full representative of the United Kingdom Delegation to the Parliamentary Assembly of the Organisation for Security and Co-operation in Europe. The Parliamentary Assembly is a branch of the OSCE, that facilitates discussion and cooperation between member state parliaments, on OSCE related work such as international security and […]
BBC funding debate
John Whittingdale stood in Parliament today, in the BBC funding debate to question the Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport, Nadine Dorries, about the future funding model of the BBC. This follows the statement made by the Government, announcing that the TV license fee is being frozen for the next two years, […]
Nuclear Energy Bill, Bradwell B Nuclear Power Station.
I stood in Parliament yesterday to speak about my support for the possibility of building a new nuclear power station in Bradwell on Sea, in my constituency. I remain a strong supporter of nuclear power, and the fact that Bradwell successfully hosted a nuclear power station for 40 years—Bradwell A—from which I saw the benefits […]
Speech on Russia’s Grand Strategy
On the 6th January I made a speech in Parliament, on Russia’s Grand Strategy, and the suppression of human rights under the Putin regime. I talk about the suppression of media freedom, as well as the strategy towards Russia’s neighbours – in particular, Ukraine. I have made it clear to the Government that we need […]
December update
I hope all of my constituents had a Happy Christmas and New Year. I know for many, this past year was difficult in many ways. However, I hope that the continuation of our remarkable vaccination programme, with a particular focus on booster jabs- will see us out of this pandemic for good. I hope that […]
Illegal Hare Coursing
I am pleased that the Government is introducing new legislation to crack down on illegal hare coursing. Hare coursing is an illegal activity – where dogs are used to chase, catch and kill hares – and is a serious problem in some rural areas. Not only does hare coursing involve cruelty to wild animals, but it is also associated with a […]
Plan B Restrictions
Last night, I voted for the restrictions that the Government has been advised to bring in to respond to the threat of Omicron. I did this reluctantly, but thought it best to set out why I did this, as I have had many emails from people both in support of the changes, and against. I […]
November Update
Welcome to my November Update. It has been a busy month both in Westminster, and the Constituency. I have enjoyed making a number of visits in the constituency this month, including visiting several schools to talk to pupils about UK Parliament Week, as well as visiting a Maldon-based business specialising in sustainable energy solutions during […]
Constituency Garden of Remembrance.
Yesterday, on Armistice Day, John Whittingdale laid a cross in the Speakers Constituency Garden of Remembrance in Parliament, to pay tribute to Ben Cobey – and all those from the Maldon constituency who gave their lives defending our freedom. Each Member of Parliament has been invited by the Speaker to place a tribute in the […]
Autumn Budget
I welcome the contents of this year’s Autumn Budget, announced by the Chancellor on 27 October. Just one year ago, this country was in the grip of the biggest recession it had experienced in 300 years and was dealing with the huge, far reaching effects of a global pandemic. With that incredibly challenging set of circumstances in mind, it […]