John meets with Officers at Maldon Police Station
John Whittingdale met Chief Inspector Ronnie Egan, Divisional Commander of Chelmsford and Maldon Policing Area, to discuss local policing issues including the levels of crime, police cover and the possible relocation of Maldon Police Station to the offices of Maldon District Council. John Whittingdale said: “The Maldon and Chelmsford area remains one of the safest […]
21st Century Fox bid to acquire the remaining shareholding in Sky
A number of constituents have been in touch with me about various concerns relating to the bid by 21st Century Fox to acquire the remaining shareholding in Sky. As you will be aware, when the previous bid was made by News Corp, the matter was referred to Ofcom who gave clearance for the bid to […]
Pienarr’s Politics Show, BBC Radio 5 Live, 18th December
John appeared on the Radio 5 Live Show, Pienaar’s Polices, hosted by John Pienaar. Joined by the impressionist, Rory Bremner, The Times’ Tim Montgomerie and fomer adviser to Boris Johnson, Jo Tanner, John and guests took a look back at all what has happened politically in 2016 and ahead to the inauguration of President – Elect Trump in January.
John opens 100th new home built by Chelmer Housing Partnership
John Whittingdale opened the 100th new home built by Chelmer Housing Partnership in the Maldon District. The house in Reminder Close off Park Drive is one of a development consisting of 27 affordable homes to rent and 12 homes for shared ownership. CHP currently has (approximately) 9,000 properties throughout Essex and is working to have […]
John appointed to Exiting the European Union Committee
John has been selected by colleagues in Parliament to become a member of the influential Exiting the European Union Committee which was set up by the House of Commons to examine the expenditure, administration and policy of the Department for Exiting the European Union and matters falling within the responsibilities of associated public bodies. The committee features […]
John lends suppport to David Randall Fundraiser
John was pleased to lend his support to the David Randall Foundation The David Randall Foundation was conceived by members of Maldon Cricket Club in February 2012 when David Randall, a member of the club since the age of 6, was diagnosed as having terminal cancer. The Charity aims to encourage dedicated people to pursue […]
John attends speed awareness day in Burnham
John attended a road safety awareness day in Burnham. The event which was organised outside the Co-op in Burnham saw the Essex Police roads policing team, Burnham speed watch group and the Safer Essex Roads Partnership on hand to answer any questions. Following a fatal crash in Southminster in April and a serious crash in Bradwell […]
Brexit
The EU referendum was the biggest vote in the democratic history of our country and it delivered a clear result – a majority of over well a million in favour of Britain leaving the EU. Since taking office the Prime Minister, Theresa May, has been admirably clear, too, that Brexit has to mean Brexit. Almost […]
Yemen and Saudi Arabia
A number of constituents have been in touch with me about the sale of arms to Saudi Arabia and the situation in Yemen. I share the growing concern about the humanitarian situation in Yemen and I am assured that the Government is continuing its efforts to address the urgent humanitarian needs. The UK is one […]
Mayfair Tax Loophole
The Government is committed to tackling tax avoidance and evasion at all levels to ensure everyone pays the right tax at the right time. Avoidance (and evasion) damages the effectiveness of the tax system and imposes additional costs on all taxpayers This loophole is part of the capital gains system and was agreed by the […]