Westminster Hall Debate on merger between Vodafone and Three UK
Sir John Whittingdale made a speech in the Westminster Hall Debate on the proposed merger of Vodafone and Three UK, as the Minister responding on behalf of the Department of Science, Innovation and Technology. As Minister of State for Data and Digital Infrastructure, mobile connectivity and telecoms falls under Sir John’s ministerial remit.
Tourism Policy Conference
Sir John Whittingdale attended the Tourism Policy Conference and was delighted to open the conference as the keynote speaker, as the Minister for Media, Tourism and Creative Industries. John said: “I was delighted to attend Tourism Alliance’s Tourism Policy Conference, and make a speech. I was able to meet those who work in the industry, […]
DCMS Questions
Thursday 20th July Sir John Whittingdale was in the Chamber today for Department for Culture, Media and Sport Questions. This is his second OPQs as Minister for Media, Tourism and Creative Industries. He answered questions on the Arts and Culture Sector, BBC Local Radio, and the license fee. For a full summary of all the […]
Women and Equalities, Misogyny in Music inquiry
Sir John Whittingdale gave evidence in the Women and Equalities Select Committee today, for their inquiry into Misogyny in Music. As the Minister for Media, Tourism and Creative Industry, John is aware that women in the music industry often experience discrimination, workplace bullying, and inappropriate interactions from colleagues- which is unacceptable. John spoke about how […]
Extra funding for schools
Sir John Whittingdale MP strongly welcomes the Government’s recent announcement that schools in England are being allocated £60bn of funding, in 2024-2025, taking funding to its highest ever level in history. Mainstream schools will now receive an average of around £6,000 per pupil, ensuring that every child will benefit from a world class education. This […]
London Tech Week
Sir John Whittingdale was invited to make a keynote speech at London Tech Week in his role as Minister for Data and Digital Infrastructure in the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology. Sir John spoke about how the UK will continue to be a global leader in the telecoms sector, by ensuring that everyone, no […]
DCMS Questions
Thursday 15th June Sir John Whittingdale was in the Chamber today for Department for Culture, Media and Sport Questions. He answered questions on topics including BBC Local Radio, the 200 year anniversary of the passenger railway, and the Draft Media Bill. The full questions session can be found here.
Westminster Hall Debate on Professional Wrestling
Today, Sir John Whittingdale attended the Westminster Hall Debate on Professional Wrestling, as the Minister responsible for this area. The debate was obtained by the hon. Member for Warrington North, Charlotte Nichols, and attended by members of the All Party Parliamentary Group on Wrestling, who produced a report looking at how wrestling is classified. The […]
Eurovision Song Contest in Liverpool
Saturday 13th May 2023 Sir John Whittingdale MP was delighted to be able to attend the Eurovision Final in Liverpool, in his new capacity as Minister of State in the Department for Culture, Media and Sport, joining the Secretary Of State and other Ministers. John joined the Ukrainian Minister of Culture, Oleksandr Tkachenko, as well […]
Primary Care Plan
Sir John has long campaigned for improving access to primary healthcare in Maldon and the other towns in our constituency, both when representing his constituents both in Parliament and when meeting with local NHS groups. John strongly welcomes the Government’s new Primary Care Recovery Plan, which will improve access to GP and pharmaceutical services and modernise […]