James Duddridge MP has welcomed today's news that there will be an extra 135 Essex Police officers recruited next year as part of the first wave of the 20,000 recently promised by the Government nationally.

Southend shoppers were given the chance to meet their MP on Friday afternoon as James Duddridge held a pop-up advice surgery inside The Royals Shopping Centre.

James Duddridge MP has launched a brand new website which allows residents in Rochford and Southend East to share their priorities directly with him.

Arriva Bus is to amend its Number 7/8 timetable after James Duddridge MP raised concerns about its "confusing" layout on behalf of residents in Great Wakering.

James Duddridge joined fellow South Essex MPs Sir David Amess, Mark Francois and Rebecca Harris for a visit to the new Fair Havens Hospice which is due to open next year. 

James Duddridge MP got a first-hand taste of life on the beat as he went out on patrol in Rochford with the new town centre policing team. 

Thirsty commuters could have access to free water fountains to refill their bottles under a bid by James Duddridge MP to c2c's improvement fund. 

On Monday (9th September) MPs will be asked whether to agree a snap general election and James Duddridge wants to hear the views of constituents. 

Ahead of the vote, the MP for Rochford and Southend East has published an online survey and is encouraging residents to take part. 

As the UK prepares to leave the European Union on 31st October, James Duddridge MP is encouraging businesses and residents in Rochford and Southend to get ready for Brexit.

James Duddridge, along with fellow Essex MPs, sat down with the Chief Constable of Essex Police today to discuss policing in the county.