Asda Grants
Sir John welcomes Asda’s local community support, with grants awarded to South Woodham Evangelical Church and South Woodham Ferrers Village Hall, and encourages organisations to apply for future funding opportunities through 2026.
Local Roads
Sir John welcomes Essex County Council’s ‘green’ rating for road maintenance and increased highways investment, while acknowledging ongoing defects and pledging to continue raising residents’ concerns about road conditions in Maldon.
Connexin digital
Sir John highlights plans for new Connexin digital infrastructure across Maldon and surrounding wards, supporting smart services and connectivity, with some residents invited to host home gateways to expand coverage.
Royal Mail
Sir John raises concerns over declining Royal Mail services in Maldon, citing missed delivery targets, rising stamp prices and proposed reforms, and urges parliamentary scrutiny to protect reliable, affordable postal access for residents.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Merchant Navy Day
Attendance at Merchant Navy Day commemorations in Maldon honouring local seafarers who lost their lives in the Second World War and recognising the community’s continued remembrance.
Echoes of History show
Visit to the Echoes of History event in Rettendon, recognising the work of the Essex Historic Military Vehicles Association and the strong community turnout for the show.