Sir John Whittingdale presented the British Council International School Award certificate to senior staff from St Mary’s Church of England Primary School
Sir John Whittingdale OBE, MP for Maldon, presented a certificate to Headteacher, Mrs Geraldine Denham-Hale and International Co-ordinator, Samantha Battson of St Mary’s Church of England Primary School, in Burnham on Crouch, at a ceremony in Parliament today. The certificate marked the Reaccreditation of their British Council International School Award. The International School Award rewards […]
Sir John Whittingdale visits Heathcote Preparatory School and Nursery
Sir John Whittingdale OBE, MP for Maldon, today visited Heathcote Preparatory School and Nursery in Danbury to meet pupils, staff and parents. Sir John discussed the progress of the school with its Headteacher, Mrs Samantha Scott and other teachers before meeting members of the School Council and answering their questions. He was then given a […]
Charis Park Homes Warm Home Discount Scheme – New Funding
Sir John Whittingdale OBE, MP for Maldon, strongly encourages those of his constituents who are permanent residents in Park Homes to apply for the Charis Park Homes Warm Home Discount Scheme. This is a hugely important issue to Sir John, and he strongly welcomed the initial introduction of the scheme in October last year. Many […]
ScrutinyCounts survey of MPs
According to recent independent data analysis, Sir John Whittingdale has been ranked the top backbench contributor in the House of Commons during 2023. The independent data mobile app ScrutinyCounts has reported that out of the 14 million words spoken in the House of Commons during the whole of 2023, Sir John has contributed the most […]
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 […]