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.

G20 and Ukraine

Sir John Whittingdale MP speaks on BBC Panorama Edit

Police and Crime Commissioner

Update following briefing with Essex Police and Fire leaders ahead of the Budget, highlighting funding pressures, rising demand and the need for a fair, sustainable settlement to protect frontline services.

Local health services

Meeting with Priti Patel and campaigners to discuss protecting services at St Peter’s Hospital, improving local primary care, and plans for a future medical hub following recent ICB decisions.

Autumn Round-up

Autumn update for residents covering local visits, Westminster work, community issues and the latest progress on campaigns and services across Maldon.

Dengie Solar Park

Visit to Dengie Solar Park highlighting renewable energy generation, local community funding, and its contribution to reducing emissions and supporting Maldon’s carbon neutrality goals.

Fireworks and Animal Welfare

Response to constituents’ concerns about fireworks, recognising the impact on animals and vulnerable people and supporting consideration of quieter, more responsible use while maintaining traditional celebrations.

International Baccalaureate: Funding in State Schools

Sir John Whittingdale MP speaks on UK-Türkiye Typhoon Export Deal

Radiotherapy UK

Meeting with Radiotherapy UK to support improved access to cancer treatment in Mid Essex, highlighting delays, low radiotherapy availability in Maldon, and calls for action nationally and locally.

Planning and Infrastructure Bill

Response to constituents’ concerns about the Planning and Infrastructure Bill, stressing the need to protect nature, maintain local accountability and ensure reforms do not weaken environmental safeguards.

Agricultural Property Relief

Response to constituents’ concerns about changes to Agricultural and Business Property Relief, warning of the impact on family farms and rural communities and urging the Government to reconsider.