Witham

Littering up our highways

Category: Local News Published: 16th March 2021 - 10:14 am

A number of constituents have written to Priti about the egregious state of the verges on major trunk roads in the Witham area and, in particular, the A12 which have been getting into a disgraceful state. The section between Witham and Ipswich has  been particularly badly affected with litter and …

High Water Levels in the Witham Constituency

Category: Local News Published: 2nd February 2021 - 9:59 am

I am aware that local people are concerned about the high-water levels we are experiencing in Witham at the present time.  As a result, I have been liaising with the Environment Agency over the past weekend to ensure that they are fully aware of the situation and are closely monitoring …

A photograph of the new Bombardier train taken on its arrival at London Liverpool Street is attached.

Priti Patel welcomes new train on Braintree/Witham to London route

Published on 16th December 2020 Published in Local News

The MP for Witham, Priti Patel, has welcomed the news that the first of the new Bombardier designed suburban trains from Greater Anglia went into service on the Braintree/Witham to London route at 06.40 this morning (16.12.20). The new train has additional seating capacity and the passenger experience has been …

Priti encourages Witham constituents to take part in Greater Anglia Timetable Consultation

Published on 1st December 2020 Published in Local News

Greater Anglia has recently launched a consultation about proposed changes to its timetable due to be introduced in December 2021. The consultation document, which provides a summary of the proposed changes, and details of how to respond to the consultation can be found at: https://www.greateranglia.co.uk/travel-information/great-eastern-mainline-dec-21-timetable-consultation As part of this consultation, …

New facilities on the first floor of the Witham Hub.

Priti praises new facilities at the Witham Hub

Published on 16th October 2020 Published in Local News

Priti Patel, the Member of Parliament for Witham, has today (16.10.20) been shown photographs of the newly refurbished and revamped facilities recently installed and completed on the first floor of the Witham Hub.  They include an office and a custom-made meeting room. The Hub is a registered charity and has …

Priti Patel MP cutting the ribbon to declare Pickles Playhouse open, with help from new owner Marie Downes and a friend!

Pickles Playhouse gets VIP re-launch

Published on 16th September 2020 Published in Local News

Priti Patel MP has formally opened the new revamped Pickles Playhouse at Unit 12, 27 Crittall Road, Witham CM8 3DR. Opening its doors to the public on Friday 18th September, Pickles Playhouse provides a soft ball entertainment centre for children of 7 years of age and under. Part of the …

Priti Patel MP with General Manager, David Knight (left) and Steve Milnes Regional Director during her tour at South East Galvanizers.

Priti Patel picks up ‘very positive feedback’ as local businesses bounce back from C-19

Published on 4th September 2020 Published in Local News

Witham MP Priti Patel has today (4th September) toured Witham’s industrial estates to discuss the impact of the coronavirus pandemic and economic recovery with local business leaders. Priti visited and toured the premises of South East Galvanizers and Masterframe Windows as well as holding a catch-up meeting with the directors …

Priti Patel MP chats with MGJ Engineering’s owner, Mick Johnson during her tour of the firm’s workshops

Priti Patel MP visits Witham engineering company that played vital role in supporting the food industry during lockdown

Published on 21st August 2020 Published in Local News

The Witham MP, Priti Patel has today (21st August 2020) made a visit to local firm MGJ Engineering, Moss Road, Witham to meet the owner and staff, Mick Johnson, and team. Priti was given a short tour of the premises followed by a briefing about their firm’s contribution to overcoming …

Priti Patel MP with Daren McGrath MD of Tiptree Patisserie, with the home delivery packages the company diversified into during the lockdown.

Witham MP visits Tiptree Patisserie for discussion of post lockdown issues for small businesses

Published on 15th August 2020 Published in Local News

Tiptree Patisserie in Crittall Road, Witham hosted a visit from local MP Priti Patel on Friday (14thAugust).  Priti called in for a tour of the premises and to talk to Managing Director Daren McGrath about his struggles throughout lockdown and in the weeks since it was eased. Tiptree Patisserie caters …

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