Asda Grants
Sir John welcomes Asda’s local community support, with grants awarded to South Woodham Evangelical Church and South Woodham Ferrers Village Hall, and encourages organisations to apply for future funding opportunities through 2026.
Local Roads
Sir John welcomes Essex County Council’s ‘green’ rating for road maintenance and increased highways investment, while acknowledging ongoing defects and pledging to continue raising residents’ concerns about road conditions in Maldon.
Connexin digital
Sir John highlights plans for new Connexin digital infrastructure across Maldon and surrounding wards, supporting smart services and connectivity, with some residents invited to host home gateways to expand coverage.
Royal Mail
Sir John raises concerns over declining Royal Mail services in Maldon, citing missed delivery targets, rising stamp prices and proposed reforms, and urges parliamentary scrutiny to protect reliable, affordable postal access for residents.
Family Farm Tax
Sir John joined farmers protesting outside Westminster ahead of the Autumn Budget, warning that the Family Farm Tax threatens generational farms, rural jobs and the UK’s food security.
Crisis facing the BBC
Discussing the BBC impartiality crisis on GB News, and urgent need for accountability, transparency and restored public trust in the broadcaster’s future.
Police and Crime Commissioner
Update following briefing with Essex Police and Fire leaders ahead of the Budget, highlighting funding pressures, rising demand and the need for a fair, sustainable settlement to protect frontline services.
Local health services
Meeting with Priti Patel and campaigners to discuss protecting services at St Peter’s Hospital, improving local primary care, and plans for a future medical hub following recent ICB decisions.
Autumn Round-up
Autumn update for residents covering local visits, Westminster work, community issues and the latest progress on campaigns and services across Maldon.
Dengie Solar Park
Visit to Dengie Solar Park highlighting renewable energy generation, local community funding, and its contribution to reducing emissions and supporting Maldon’s carbon neutrality goals.