Priti praises victims of terrorism for their courage
Witham MP Priti Patel spoke recently in a debate on the Terrorism Protection Bill which includes Martyn’s Law. Priti who started work on this issue while she was Home Secretary, praised the campaign of Figen Murray, Travis Frain and others who have done so much to support victims of terrorism. …
Priti raises pylon concerns in Parliament
Witham MP Priti Patel has used the King’s Speech debate to highlight ongoing local concerns about the National Grid’s plans to impose over 100 miles of pylons and overhead power lines across the East of England, including around 50 more pylons in the Witham constituency. Speaking in the House of …
We must push forward with infrastructure in Essex
Priti questions the Secretary of State for Transport regarding the investment in the A12 widening scheme. Priti believes that the scheme will make the road safer, improve journey times and back economic growth in Essex. Some local communities have raised concerns with Priti and in the House of Commons she …
Health and Wellbeing in Essex Westminster Hall Debate
Priti secures a Westminster Hall Debate on Health and Wellbeing in Essex. This is an issue Priti has consistently raised in Parliament, and one which many of her constituents care about as well. Topics raised included, the future of St. Peter’s Hospital, The Lampard Inquiry and Priti’s longstanding campaign for …
Adjournment Debate on the future of St Peter’s Hospital
Priti takes part in an Adjournment Debate on the future of St Peter’s Hospital secured by Sir John Whittingdale the MP for Maldon. Priti agrees with Sir John that services should remain local and that the consultation should be extended. Priti also urges local residents to take part in the …
Priti meets cancer campaigners in Parliament
Priti Patel MP for Witham met with Oesophageal cancer campaigners in Parliament. Oesophageal cancer is one of the deadliest cancers in the UK, even though its pre-cancerous symptoms, such as heartburn, are relatively easy to recognise. At a recent Parliamentary event on Preventing Oesophageal Cancer Priti learnt about new methods …
Jewish Women’s Charity meet with former Home Secretary
Recently, former Home Secretary and MP for Witham Priti Patel met with The Jewish Leadership Council and Jewish Women’s Aid in Parliament recently. They provide important support for women and children affected by domestic abuse and sexual violence. As Home Secretary Priti was able to work closely with them particularly …
Honywood in The House
The Member of Parliament for Witham Priti Patel recently welcomed pupils from Honywood school during a recent trip to the Houses of Parliament. Priti spoke to the pupils in the historic Westminster Hall after they had witnessed a Parliamentary debate from the public gallery. Pupils had the opportunity to ask …
The Zoo comes to Parliament
Local MP Priti Patel met with the Director of Colchester Zoo during the BIAZA Parliamentary Reception hosted by the Speaker of the House of Commons. Colchester Zoo was shortlisted for the British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquaria (BIAZA) Great British Wildlife Restoration project. While the zoo did not …
Priti speaks during the Prime Minister’s statement on Yemen
Priti voices her support for the targeted action against the Houthi regime in Yemen. Priti, a former Secretary of State for International Development pressed the Prime Minister on support for the civilian population of Yemen.