Rt Hon Sir John Whittingdale OBE MP

Member of Parliament for Maldon

House of Commons Speeches & Parliamentary Questions

This page brings together speeches, statements, and parliamentary questions delivered in the House of Commons by Sir John Whittingdale OBE MP. Entries are presented chronologically and include both oral contributions in the Chamber and written questions submitted as part of the formal parliamentary process.

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.

Lord Mandelson

Concerns raised in Parliament over Lord Mandelson’s appointment, potential conflicts of interest, and transparency around Global Counsel shareholding, with calls for disclosure and scrutiny of safeguards.

Journalist Safety in Iran

Urgent Question in Parliament on Iran’s crackdown on protesters, with calls for accountability, sanctions, and support for journalists and investigators to establish responsibility and pursue justice.

China and Japan

Parliamentary exchange on the Prime Minister’s visit to China and Japan, including concerns raised over China’s role in supplying Russia and implications for UK security and foreign policy.

Russian-Occupied Territories

Parliamentary debate on Ukraine highlighting Russia’s aggression, humanitarian conditions in occupied territories, and continued calls for sustained international support and accountability for violations of international law.

Support for Local Businesses

Parliamentary question highlighting concerns from Burnham-on-Crouch businesses over rising business rates, seeking assurance that forthcoming reforms will support small high street firms facing financial pressure.

Local Government Elections

Parliamentary exchange on local government reform and future unitary authority elections in Essex, seeking clarity on timing and plans ahead of proposed changes to council structures.

Grassroots Music Venues

Parliamentary question raising concerns about the impact of business rates on local firms and seeking clarity on support for businesses being brought into the system for the first time.

Local Election Cancellations

Parliamentary question challenging the cancellation of local elections in Essex and raising concerns over delays and lack of clarity around proposed local government reorganisation and future unitary authorities.

Mandatory Digital ID

Parliamentary question raising civil liberties concerns over digital ID proposals and seeking assurances that data will not be used for police facial recognition.

Ukraine Conflict

Parliamentary remarks on Ukraine, stressing long-standing UK support, the resilience of Ukrainians, and the need for a just peace that protects sovereignty and territorial integrity.