Westminster Hall debate on government support for businesses in rural areas

Damian spoke in the Westminster Hall debate on rural businesses.  He highlighted a number of key issues for East Hampshire: 

Digital connectivity

Access to banking

Training

Transport to work (particularly for those undertaking vocational courses)

Alternatives to the Family Farm Tax

Supporting growth sections e.g. wine and agri-tourism

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