Iranian Journalists
Sir John Whittingdale asked the Foreign Secretary, James Cleverly, what the Government is doing in response to continuing threats against journalists working for Iran International, whose headquarters are in the UK. This was following a statement made by the Foreign Secretary in response to the execution of Alireza Akbari, an Iranian-British National in Iran.
Inquiry into Mental Health Services in Essex
Rt Hon Sir John Whittingdale MP and Rt Hon Priti Patel MP have sent a joint letter to the Secretary of State for Health, to outline their concern regarding the ongoing Independent Inquiry into Mental Health Services in Essex, following the publication of a letter from the Chair of the Inquiry stating that she no […]
Rwanda Migration and Economic Development Partnership
Sir John Whittingdale MP spoke in the Home Secretary’s statement on the Rwanda migration and economic development partnership, to express his agreement on the policy following his recent visit to Rwanda.
Meeting with Minister, regarding Energy Support for Park Homes residents.
Today Sir John Whittingdale MP met with Minister for Energy, Graham Stuart, to express his concern at the delays to cost of living support for those who are not on the main electricity or gas network. Not everyone who is struggling to pay for their fuel has been able to get support from the government […]
HM The King’s visit to Parliament.
Sir John Whittingdale MP was delighted to be present for His Majesty The King’s visit to Parliament this afternoon. His Majesty King Charles III attended the Palace of Westminster on 14 December 2022, for a visit of thanksgiving and remembrance in honour of the King’s mother, Queen Elizabeth II. The King unveiled a plaque on […]
Conference on Legal Response to Russia’s war in Ukraine
Sir John Whittingdale MP spoke at the Conference organised by the Ukrainian Embassy in London on the Legal Response to Russia’s War in Ukraine. Speaking as the Special Rapporteur on War Crimes to the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly, John joined a panel with Mariia Mezentseva MP, Leader of the Ukrainian Delegation to the Parliamentary Assembly of […]
Speech on BBC Local Radio
Sir John Whittingdale MP spoke in the debate on the future of BBC Local Radio, to express his disappointment at the BBC’s decision to reduce funding for Local Radio services in order to provide further funding for online news. BBC Radio Essex is highly valued by constituents in Maldon, as it provides a local service […]
Visit to Mighty Oak Brewing Company
Sir John Whittingdale MP attended the Open Day of Mighty Oak Brewing Company in West Station Yard, Maldon. Mighty Oak has been brewing award-winning beers for 20 years and the annual festive free beer tasting day is a well-established and popular event. This year, drinkers were also entertained by morris dancing by Chelmsford Morris.
Visit to The Ship Pub
Sir John Whittingdale MP was pleased to be able to visit The Ship in West Hanningfield, which reopened in August following a £300k refurbishment by Punch Pubs & Co. John was shown around by the Pub Manager Jasmine, and Jon Dale and Nick Bone from Punch Pubs & Co. The refurbishment has seen a full […]
Meeting with Provide at St. Peters Hospital
Sir John Whittingdale met with Mark Heasman, Group Chief Executive of Provide, and Stephanie Dawe CEO of Provide Health, at St Peter’s Hospital Maldon on the 2nd December. Provide is a Community Interest Company which was created 10 years ago out of the NHS. It delivers a wide range of services at St Peter’s Hospital […]