Local Government Reorganisation I am opposed to the government's enforced local reorganisation plan for Hampshire, which would split East Hampshire District Council, with Rowlands Castle...
Government consultation on social media and under 16s Recent media reports suggest Sir Keir Starmer is, after all, preparing to make some form of ban on social media access for under-16s - possibly very soon. If...
Housing and planning East Hampshire is a beautiful place to live and work in. The combination of stunning countryside, vibrant towns, beautiful villages and easy access to London...
Education for all Access to Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) support is one of the issues most frequently raised with me as an MP. Too many parents face...
Protecting children in a digital age Parents today face an impossible balance: protecting their children from the risks of the online world, while still wanting them to benefit from technology, and...
Fairer funding for rural schools I am concerned about the growing financial pressures on schools and the need for a new funding formula that better reflects shifting demographics. In Hampshire...
Heating oil in East Hampshire Many local residents have contacted me with concerns about the rising cost of heating oil, following a recent spike in prices linked to the conflict involving...
Keep banking services local - survey Many people now bank online or by phone, often with confidence and convenience. As a result, fewer customers need to visit a physical branch. But for many...
From Bagpuss to YouTube - what's next for children's TV? Rupert the Bear, Postman Pat, The Flumps, Super Ted, The Magic Roundabout – all programmes capable of stirring powerful nostalgic memories. But children’s...
Protecting Our Pubs and Shops I am passionate about pubs, not least because I used to work in the business. I know that pubs are at the heart of the community, or, as we used to say, "the pub is the hub".
Our Community Hospitals Damian was made aware of proposed changes to community rehab at both the Petersfield Community Hospital and Alton Community Hospital during the summer of 2025...
Digital ID The government has recently announced plans to roll out digital ID cards. You can read what the government say about their plans here: https://www.gov.uk...