John Baron MP

for Billericay and District

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John says...

Welcome to my website! As the Member of Parliament for Billericay and District, including Wickford, Pitsea, Laindon and surrounding villages, I am delighted that you have chosen to visit. It is important for local people to be able to see what their MP is doing and saying – both in Parliament and in South Essex. My speeches and press releases are posted on this site, and constituents are welcome to give feedback.

Latest News

John Baron MP says give teachers the power to sort out discipline

John Baron MP says give teachers the power to sort out discipline

Conservative proposals would restore discipline and raise standards of behaviour in schools.

27 August 2008

John presses SW Essex PCT over shortage of NHS dentists

John presses SW Essex PCT over shortage of NHS dentists

Figures show that 1 million people have lost their dentist since 2006.

13 August 2008

Fun Walk Presentation breaks records

Fun Walk Presentation breaks records

John says £33,000 raised is a tremendous effort.

21 July 2008

John Baron MP votes for greater transparency on MPs’ expenses

John Baron MP votes for greater transparency on MPs’ expenses

MP says Third Party should decide salaries & expenses.

16 July 2008

Key Issues

Law and Order

Law and Order

I believe that a much tougher policy is needed if we are to combat the rise in violent crime and antisocial behaviour. That is why I have made law and order one of my top priorities.

Civil Liberties

Civil Liberties

Our traditional freedoms are under threat on many fronts, but I have not given up my belief that most British people instinctively know the value of liberty and freedom of speech.

The Traveller Issue

The Traveller Issue

In 2003, I attempted to change the law through a Private Member’s Bill in the House of Commons. My Greenbelt Protection Bill introduced the twin-track approach I still believe is necessary.