Sir John Whittingdale, MP for Maldon, presents Points of Light Award certificate to constituent Darcey Strutt, aged 10
Sir John Whittingdale OBE, MP for Maldon, has recently presented Darcey Strutt with a certificate signed by the Prime Minister to mark her Points of Light Award. For those who don’t know Points of Light are outstanding individual volunteers, those hugely impressive people who are making a change in their community, and Darcey is no […]
“Buy British” Campaign – Promoting British Food
A number of constituents have contacted me about promoting British produce in the UK. I recognise the crucial role our farmers play in supporting food security, driving economic growth, and helping us achieve our net zero goals. I know that the Government is proud to celebrate our British farmers and growers who work to produce […]
Sir John Whittingdale, MP for Maldon, switches on Heybridge Cemetery Christmas Lights
Sir John Whittingdale OBE, MP for Maldon, was hugely grateful for the opportunity to switch on the Christmas Tree lights in the chapel at Heybridge Cemetery in his constituency. The event was organised by the Friends of the Cemetery, a number of local residents attended and refreshments with mulled wine were provided. As has become […]
Maldon Primary School Visit
10th November 2023 Sir John Whittingdale visited Maldon Primary School to talk to members of the School Council and answer their questions. The children had been learning about Parliament as part of UK Parliament Week. Sir John was also shown round the school by Headteacher, Deborah Conroy and met members of staff. Sir John said: “I […]
Remembrance Sunday Service
12th November 2023 On Sunday 12th November, Sir John Whittingdale attended the Remembrance Sunday service in Maldon High Street at 11.ooam followed by the service at Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome at 2.00pm. Sir John was pleased that attendance at both ceremonies was considerably higher than previous years and that he was able to lay a […]
Essex Business Breakfast
10th November 2023 Sir John Whittingdale spoke at a breakfast meeting for local businessmen organised by Backing Essex Business at the Blue Boar Hotel, Maldon. The meeting was attended by about 30 representatives of local businesses and Sir John was joined by Leader of Maldon District Council, Cllr Richard Siddall to speak about the opportunities […]
October Update
October was a busy month, kicked off by Conservative Party Conference. I also made a visit Japan earlier this month to attend the Internet Governance Forum. Internet Governance ForumI attended the 18th annual meeting of the Internet Governance Forum, which was hosted by Japan in Kyoto. I was proud to represent the UK, as Minister […]
BBC Commissioning: Oversight
John Whittingdale The Minister of State, Department for Culture, Media and Sport, Minister of State (Department for Science, Innovation and Technology) 11:13, 24 October 2023 It is a pleasure to serve under your chairmanship, Mr Robertson. I congratulate Mr Campbell on securing the debate and on raising what are important matters. I know that he […]
BBC Licence Fee
Sir John Whittingdale MP, who is Minister of State for Media, Tourism and Creative Industries, spoke in the Second Reading for the BBC Licence Fee Non-Payment (Decriminalisation for Over-75s) Bill on Friday 20th October, which was brought to the House by Sir Christopher Chope.
Opening of Barclays Local
Friday 13th October Sir John Whittingdale was invited to cut the ribbon to mark the opening of Barclays Local in South Woodham Ferrers. Following the closure of the Barclays branches in South Woodham Ferrers and Burnham on Crouch last year, Barclays have launched Barclays Locals in both towns to offer non-cash services to customers. In […]