Rt Hon Sir John Whittingdale OBE MP

Member of Parliament for Maldon

Westminster News & Updates

This page brings together updates from Westminster covering work undertaken by Sir John Whittingdale OBE MP outside of formal speeches and debates. It includes meetings with Ministers and stakeholders, enquiries raised on behalf of constituents, briefings and roundtables, parliamentary events, and wider activity that supports scrutiny and decision-making.

Posts are shared to provide transparency on day-to-day work in Parliament and how it connects to priorities in the constituency.

Work Experience

Sir John Whittingdale welcomes young people Maldon into his Westminster office for work experience, giving them an insight into Parliament and discussing their future aspirations.

OSCE PA Vice President

Sir John Whittingdale has been elected Vice-President of the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly, strengthening the UK's voice in international parliamentary diplomacy, security and democratic cooperation over the next three years.

British Beer & Pub Association

Sir John attended a British Beer and Pub Association event to discuss the value of pubs in his constituency and their contribution to community wellbeing and cohesion.

Armed Forces Day & Help for Heroes

This Armed Forces Week, Sir John attended the Help for Heroes Reception in Parliament, where he met representatives from the organisation and discussed support for veterans and their families.

OSCE Parliamentary Assembly with Pope Leo XIV

Sir John Whittingdale participates in the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly conference on organised crime and attends an audience with Pope Leo XIV alongside fellow delegates.

Times Radio “It’s a Constituency Knockout”

With Times Radio, Sir John discusses constituency politics, campaigning and voter engagement. He shares about the role of MPs in connecting national issues with constituent concerns.

John Whittingdale on Peter Mandelson

Sir John Whittingdale cites committee evidence that proper vetting was bypassed, highlights Downing Street’s role in forcing Mandelson's appointment, and warns of national security risks and potential damage to UK–US relations.

Marie Curie

Sir John attended a Westminster event for the Great Daffodil Appeal, where he met Ambassador Alison Steadman and a clinical nurse manager from Marie Curie. He praised the charity’s vital work supporting people with terminal illness and families through bereavement.

BBC Any Questions?

Sir John appeared on the BBC Any Questions? panel, discussing issues such as the Conflict in Iran, the Special Relationship, energy security, artificial intelligence and economic growth in the UK.

Maldon Oysters Visit

Sir John met with Katie Emerson of Maldon Oysters at the APPG for Shellfish Aquaculture in Westminster. Maldon Oysters is a family-run local business supporting sustainable oyster farming processes.

Page Turning Ceremony

Sir John took part in the House of Commons page-turning ceremony for the Book of Remembrance, honouring those who gave their lives in service and upholding Parliament’s longstanding tradition of national remembrance.

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.