Rt Hon Sir John Whittingdale OBE MP

Member of Parliament for Maldon

Alaa Abd El Fattah

Sir John Whittingdale ‘delighted’ at the news of pardon for British Egyptian pro-democracy activist Alaa Abd El Fattah

Firearms Legislation

Proposals to align shotgun legislation with wider firearms controls, stressing the importance of public safety while protecting legitimate rural and farming uses.

Chagos Islands

Response to constituents’ concerns about proposals to transfer sovereignty of the Chagos Islands, raising security, financial and strategic implications and pressing the Government for clarity and scrutiny.

Prostate Cancer

Response to constituents’ concerns about prostate cancer, supporting improved awareness, earlier diagnosis and consideration of more targeted screening for those most at risk.

Handley Gardens – Residents’ concerns

Meeting with Handley Gardens residents and developers to address estate management concerns, improve transparency on service charges and agree remedial works following issues raised by homeowners.

Housing Benefit

Response to constituents’ concerns about the Housing Benefit taper, stressing the need to support vulnerable households while ensuring the system encourages employment and financial independence.

Israel-Palestine

Response to constituents on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, supporting humanitarian protections, a negotiated ceasefire and a two-state solution as the only route to lasting peace.

Priory Primary School

Visit to Priory Primary School in Bicknacre to speak with pupils about democracy, answer questions about parliamentary work and present badges to the newly elected School Council.

World Sepsis Day 2025

Attended a parliamentary event ahead of World Sepsis Day to support greater awareness of sepsis and back calls for improved recognition of symptoms and early treatment.

Summer News

St Peter’s Hospital I very much welcome the decision of the NHS Mid and South Essex ICB to maintain out patient services at St Peter’s Hospital for up to five years while progressing plans for a new health hub. This is a clear recognition that Maldon needs its own community health facilities, as was recommended […]