Freddie van Mierlo MP 🔶
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Member of Parliament for Henley and Thame | For case work please email freddie.vanmierlo.mp@parliament.uk
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Have you used maternity or neonatal services in England?
Baroness Amos is asking women and families to share their experiences through a public Call for Evidence.
Have your voice heard by taking part in the Call for Evidence.
matneoinv.org.uk/call-for-evidence
Baroness Amos is asking women and families to share their experiences through a public Call for Evidence.
Have your voice heard by taking part in the Call for Evidence.
matneoinv.org.uk/call-for-evidence
January 20, 2026 at 7:09 PM
Have you used maternity or neonatal services in England?
Baroness Amos is asking women and families to share their experiences through a public Call for Evidence.
Have your voice heard by taking part in the Call for Evidence.
matneoinv.org.uk/call-for-evidence
Baroness Amos is asking women and families to share their experiences through a public Call for Evidence.
Have your voice heard by taking part in the Call for Evidence.
matneoinv.org.uk/call-for-evidence
Last week was the first full week back after the Christmas recess, and a busy one.
Here’s a snapshot of some of the work I’ve been getting on with across the constituency.
Thank you to everyone who took the time to meet with me or get in touch.
Here’s a snapshot of some of the work I’ve been getting on with across the constituency.
Thank you to everyone who took the time to meet with me or get in touch.
January 16, 2026 at 7:26 PM
Last week was the first full week back after the Christmas recess, and a busy one.
Here’s a snapshot of some of the work I’ve been getting on with across the constituency.
Thank you to everyone who took the time to meet with me or get in touch.
Here’s a snapshot of some of the work I’ve been getting on with across the constituency.
Thank you to everyone who took the time to meet with me or get in touch.
Last night I attended a public meeting in Henley on proposed changes to the fire service.
Thank you to everyone who came and made their voices heard.
As the consultation reaches its final stages, response times in Henley must be protected. 🚒
Thank you to everyone who came and made their voices heard.
As the consultation reaches its final stages, response times in Henley must be protected. 🚒
January 16, 2026 at 1:03 PM
Last night I attended a public meeting in Henley on proposed changes to the fire service.
Thank you to everyone who came and made their voices heard.
As the consultation reaches its final stages, response times in Henley must be protected. 🚒
Thank you to everyone who came and made their voices heard.
As the consultation reaches its final stages, response times in Henley must be protected. 🚒
I spoke to the Minister for Employment Rights and the Minister for Transformation to discuss the Parental Leave Review. It is important that a fair and timely offer is delivered to all parents.
January 16, 2026 at 12:08 PM
I spoke to the Minister for Employment Rights and the Minister for Transformation to discuss the Parental Leave Review. It is important that a fair and timely offer is delivered to all parents.
Earlier this week I held a meeting on the Watlington Relief Road. I have been reassured the scheme is continuing to progress, but pressed OCC to act faster, given the importance of this scheme to residents.
January 14, 2026 at 11:51 AM
Earlier this week I held a meeting on the Watlington Relief Road. I have been reassured the scheme is continuing to progress, but pressed OCC to act faster, given the importance of this scheme to residents.
I called the Minister to take action considering current predictions show they will miss national targets for Project Gigabit broadband rollout in Oxfordshire and in Henley and Thame
January 13, 2026 at 9:35 AM
I called the Minister to take action considering current predictions show they will miss national targets for Project Gigabit broadband rollout in Oxfordshire and in Henley and Thame
Good to attend the EGM of the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Access to Medicines and Medical Devices, where Danny Beales MP was elected as the new Chair.
Access to medicines and medical devices is a vital issue for patients and families.
Access to medicines and medical devices is a vital issue for patients and families.
January 12, 2026 at 5:40 PM
Good to attend the EGM of the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Access to Medicines and Medical Devices, where Danny Beales MP was elected as the new Chair.
Access to medicines and medical devices is a vital issue for patients and families.
Access to medicines and medical devices is a vital issue for patients and families.
Today I met with the Environment Agency and Henley Town Council to discuss Marsh Lock Bridge. I’ll keep pushing for progress and will share updates as soon as I have them.
January 9, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Today I met with the Environment Agency and Henley Town Council to discuss Marsh Lock Bridge. I’ll keep pushing for progress and will share updates as soon as I have them.
The last week has shown how uncertain the world can be. That’s why national security must come first. Plans for 3,400 homes at Chalgrove Airfield risk undermining vital defence and emergency services. Housing matters — but not at this cost.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Henley MP claims Chalgrove Airfield homes plan risks security
Freddie van Mierlo claims plans to build a 3,400-home new town in Oxfordshire contradict government policy.
www.bbc.co.uk
January 9, 2026 at 9:27 AM
The last week has shown how uncertain the world can be. That’s why national security must come first. Plans for 3,400 homes at Chalgrove Airfield risk undermining vital defence and emergency services. Housing matters — but not at this cost.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Every week I am inundated with emails about Thames Water — from miscalculated and aggressive billing, to sewage discharges into local rivers and streams, and even homes and gardens flooded with human waste.
I raised these concerns in this week’s debate on the future of Thames Water.
I raised these concerns in this week’s debate on the future of Thames Water.
January 7, 2026 at 7:54 PM
Every week I am inundated with emails about Thames Water — from miscalculated and aggressive billing, to sewage discharges into local rivers and streams, and even homes and gardens flooded with human waste.
I raised these concerns in this week’s debate on the future of Thames Water.
I raised these concerns in this week’s debate on the future of Thames Water.
This morning in Parliament, I asked the Minister about repeated power cuts affecting our rural communities. Constituents have highlighted the loss of heating, phone and email access, and financial impact — particularly for older and more vulnerable residents. 🎥⬇️
January 6, 2026 at 5:54 PM
This morning in Parliament, I asked the Minister about repeated power cuts affecting our rural communities. Constituents have highlighted the loss of heating, phone and email access, and financial impact — particularly for older and more vulnerable residents. 🎥⬇️
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December 30, 2025 at 10:24 AM
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My monthly newsletter shares news from across the constituency and how I’m working to raise local concerns in Westminster.
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I’m pleased to announce The Taste of Oxfordshire, a special Westminster event on 21 January 2026 celebrating our county’s outstanding food and drink producers.
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“The Taste of Oxfordshire” Heads to Westminster to Champion Local Producers
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December 24, 2025 at 11:43 AM
I’m pleased to announce The Taste of Oxfordshire, a special Westminster event on 21 January 2026 celebrating our county’s outstanding food and drink producers.
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Read more 👇
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I’ve written to Ministers about Chalgrove Airfield.
Government planning rules say defence, public safety and established operations must be protected.
That isn’t happening. Chalgrove supports Martin-Baker, NATO air defence and emergency services.
Ministers must explain this
Government planning rules say defence, public safety and established operations must be protected.
That isn’t happening. Chalgrove supports Martin-Baker, NATO air defence and emergency services.
Ministers must explain this
December 19, 2025 at 6:59 PM
I’ve written to Ministers about Chalgrove Airfield.
Government planning rules say defence, public safety and established operations must be protected.
That isn’t happening. Chalgrove supports Martin-Baker, NATO air defence and emergency services.
Ministers must explain this
Government planning rules say defence, public safety and established operations must be protected.
That isn’t happening. Chalgrove supports Martin-Baker, NATO air defence and emergency services.
Ministers must explain this
I’ve written to the Water Minister about delays in strengthening the rules that protect rivers like the Thames.
👇 Read more in the article below
www.henleyherald.com/2025/12/12/m...
👇 Read more in the article below
www.henleyherald.com/2025/12/12/m...
MP urges Government to act faster on river water protection - Henley Herald
Freddie van Mierlo, Member of Parliament for Henley and Thame, has written to Emma Hardy MP, Minister for Water and Flooding, to raise concerns about...
www.henleyherald.com
December 15, 2025 at 9:12 PM
I’ve written to the Water Minister about delays in strengthening the rules that protect rivers like the Thames.
👇 Read more in the article below
www.henleyherald.com/2025/12/12/m...
👇 Read more in the article below
www.henleyherald.com/2025/12/12/m...
Read my comments to the Henley Standard on the open consultation proposing to close Henley Fire Station.
www.henleystandard.co.uk/news/home/70...
www.henleystandard.co.uk/news/home/70...
NO COMPELLING DATA FOR STATION CLOSURE
HENLEY’S MP has said that the evidence provided as part of a public consultation does not justify the potential closure of the town’s fire station. It is the first time Freddie van Mierlo has commente...
www.henleystandard.co.uk
December 12, 2025 at 5:39 PM
Read my comments to the Henley Standard on the open consultation proposing to close Henley Fire Station.
www.henleystandard.co.uk/news/home/70...
www.henleystandard.co.uk/news/home/70...
An FOI has revealed Homes England £25.5 MILLION into the hare-brained Chalgrove Airfield scheme. This madness needs to end. I've demanded a meeting with Housing Minister Matthew Pennycook to seek an explanation.
December 10, 2025 at 12:46 PM
An FOI has revealed Homes England £25.5 MILLION into the hare-brained Chalgrove Airfield scheme. This madness needs to end. I've demanded a meeting with Housing Minister Matthew Pennycook to seek an explanation.
Today in the Commons, MPs voted on Al Pinkerton’s Customs Union Bill — proposing that the UK begin negotiations with the EU to form a Customs Union.
This could support economic growth, help UK businesses, and strengthen the revenue that funds our public services.
This could support economic growth, help UK businesses, and strengthen the revenue that funds our public services.
December 9, 2025 at 8:41 PM
Today in the Commons, MPs voted on Al Pinkerton’s Customs Union Bill — proposing that the UK begin negotiations with the EU to form a Customs Union.
This could support economic growth, help UK businesses, and strengthen the revenue that funds our public services.
This could support economic growth, help UK businesses, and strengthen the revenue that funds our public services.
🚴♂️ Yesterday I cycled from Thame to Haddenham with local councillors, the Mayor of Thame and campaigners to show support for the Thame–Haddenham Greenway. Great momentum behind a safe, green route linking our communities. 🌿
December 6, 2025 at 11:04 AM
🚴♂️ Yesterday I cycled from Thame to Haddenham with local councillors, the Mayor of Thame and campaigners to show support for the Thame–Haddenham Greenway. Great momentum behind a safe, green route linking our communities. 🌿
I’ve written to the Water Minister urging the Government to speed up long-promised reforms to protect the Thames.
Key protections for swimmers, rowers + paddleboarders are being delayed to 2027, while local events face sewage + E. coli warnings. Henley Swim has already shut down after 20 years
Key protections for swimmers, rowers + paddleboarders are being delayed to 2027, while local events face sewage + E. coli warnings. Henley Swim has already shut down after 20 years
December 5, 2025 at 6:01 PM
I’ve written to the Water Minister urging the Government to speed up long-promised reforms to protect the Thames.
Key protections for swimmers, rowers + paddleboarders are being delayed to 2027, while local events face sewage + E. coli warnings. Henley Swim has already shut down after 20 years
Key protections for swimmers, rowers + paddleboarders are being delayed to 2027, while local events face sewage + E. coli warnings. Henley Swim has already shut down after 20 years
Great to meet CAE, a key local employer providing helicopter training simulators for the RAF, RN, Army, police and air ambulance. Simulator training saves Govt money and boosts UK readiness. I even flew the PUMA sim from RAF Benson to Sonning Common!
December 4, 2025 at 3:26 PM
Great to meet CAE, a key local employer providing helicopter training simulators for the RAF, RN, Army, police and air ambulance. Simulator training saves Govt money and boosts UK readiness. I even flew the PUMA sim from RAF Benson to Sonning Common!
A look back at last month 🌿
It’s been a meaningful few weeks in Parliament and around our community. I’m grateful to everyone I’ve met and spoken with. As ever, if there’s anything you’d like to raise, please do get in touch
It’s been a meaningful few weeks in Parliament and around our community. I’m grateful to everyone I’ve met and spoken with. As ever, if there’s anything you’d like to raise, please do get in touch
December 1, 2025 at 6:14 PM
A look back at last month 🌿
It’s been a meaningful few weeks in Parliament and around our community. I’m grateful to everyone I’ve met and spoken with. As ever, if there’s anything you’d like to raise, please do get in touch
It’s been a meaningful few weeks in Parliament and around our community. I’m grateful to everyone I’ve met and spoken with. As ever, if there’s anything you’d like to raise, please do get in touch
Wallingford Beach improves to be ‘sufficient’ water quality, but more needs to be done. The governments reforms to bathing water status are timid in the extreme. Instead dithering pending further ‘studies’
www.thames21.org.uk/2025/11/wate...
www.thames21.org.uk/2025/11/wate...
Water quality at Wallingford Beach improves in second bathing season - Thames21
Wallingford Beach, which gained official bathing water status in May 2024, has been rated “Sufficient” for its second designated season – an improvement on last...
www.thames21.org.uk
November 28, 2025 at 5:28 PM
Wallingford Beach improves to be ‘sufficient’ water quality, but more needs to be done. The governments reforms to bathing water status are timid in the extreme. Instead dithering pending further ‘studies’
www.thames21.org.uk/2025/11/wate...
www.thames21.org.uk/2025/11/wate...
Great to attend the launch of the Fruit and Vegetable Coalition this week — a brilliant initiative first brought to my attention by Sue Manning of Sandy Lane Farm.
With only 1/3 getting 5 a day and 85% of out produce imported, we need change. Great to hear from growers and try their recipes
With only 1/3 getting 5 a day and 85% of out produce imported, we need change. Great to hear from growers and try their recipes
November 28, 2025 at 9:42 AM
Great to attend the launch of the Fruit and Vegetable Coalition this week — a brilliant initiative first brought to my attention by Sue Manning of Sandy Lane Farm.
With only 1/3 getting 5 a day and 85% of out produce imported, we need change. Great to hear from growers and try their recipes
With only 1/3 getting 5 a day and 85% of out produce imported, we need change. Great to hear from growers and try their recipes
I had my first outing last week on the Science, Innovation and Technology Select Committee.
On digital ID, I asked if the minister (Ian Murray) was aware of data breaches in other countries.
He said, 'government data is pretty secure'.
Convinced? Me neither!
On digital ID, I asked if the minister (Ian Murray) was aware of data breaches in other countries.
He said, 'government data is pretty secure'.
Convinced? Me neither!
November 25, 2025 at 2:04 PM
I had my first outing last week on the Science, Innovation and Technology Select Committee.
On digital ID, I asked if the minister (Ian Murray) was aware of data breaches in other countries.
He said, 'government data is pretty secure'.
Convinced? Me neither!
On digital ID, I asked if the minister (Ian Murray) was aware of data breaches in other countries.
He said, 'government data is pretty secure'.
Convinced? Me neither!