Holding Ofcom to account and make the air fair
A number of constituents have been in touch with me about the auctioning of spectrum. This is a complicated issue and the outcome of previous auctions has sought to balance the aim of maximising coverage with the need to increase competition. Ofcom recently launched a consultation on the upcoming spectrum auction. The auction consists of […]
John welcomes international trade buyers to Maldon
John Whittingdale welcomed a group of international travel buyers from the United States and Ireland to Maldon. Having previously visited the RHS Gardens at Hyde Hall, the group were given a presentation by Topsail Charters on board the Thames Barge Kitty on the Hythe Quay. John said: “Tourism is an increasingly important industry in the […]
Abortion (Decriminalisation) Bill
A number of constituents have been in touch with me regarding abortion and the Abortion (Decriminalisation) Bill. I understand what an important issue this is for many people in the constituency. This is an incredibly delicate area of law and, regardless of the views of individual MPs, one which is treated with the utmost rigour. […]
John shows support for brewing and pubs ahead of the Budget
John recognises the important contribution that pubs make to their local communities and is pleased to show his support for brewing and pubs across the Country by signing the MP pledge card. The industry creates hundreds and thousands of jobs in the UK and adds over £20 billion to the economy. Permitted development rights […]
Adult Social Care
A number of constituents have been in touch with me regarding adult social care. I believe that it is important to ensure that as people get older, they are able to receive the dignified care they deserve. I support the Government’s commitment to making sure this is a country that works for everyone and that […]
John makes a visit to Brynleigh Technology Ltd in Maldon
John Whittingdale visited Brynleigh Technology Ltd in Heybridge House Industrial estate off The Causeway in Maldon. Brynleigh Technology is a family owned business which was founded in 1993 and manufactures printed circuit boards using its own advanced software. The firm has expanded steadily and will shortly be moving to new premises in Maldon. John toured […]
Panel discussion for the RTS on the subject ‘False News, Unverified Claims and Alternative Facts – What future for honest journalism?’, 23rd February
John joined Nick Robinson of the BBC, Allegra Stratton of ITV and Patrick Walker of Facebook on a panel discussion for the Royal Television Society titled, ‘False News, Unverified Claims and Alternative Facts – What future for honest journalism?’ The event was chaired by Stewart Purvis and took place at the Hospital Club in Covent Garden. Photo copyright […]
Child Migrants
A number of constituents have been in touch with me regarding child migrants and the so-called Dubs amendment. The scheme has not closed, as reported by some. The Government was obliged by the Immigration Act to put a specific number on how many children we would take based on a consultation with local authorities about […]
International Trade
A number of constituents have been sending me campaign postcards stating their wish to see trade benefit the world’s poorest. Following our decision to leave the EU, the UK now has the ability to shape its own trade policy. There will be many opportunities and responsibilities that come with this. We must now capitalise on […]
Peston on Sunday, 12th February 2017
John was a guest alongside Cabinet Minister David Lidington MP, Labour’s Shami Chakrabarti and Yvette Cooper, former Civil Service head Bob Kerslake and comedian Stephen K Amos on the Peston on Sunday show, hosted by Robert Peston and Allegra Stratton. A wide variety of issues were discussed, including the Speaker’s recent comments on whether to allow a state […]