Will Mr Burnham’s business rates plan work? Thursday, 3 September, 2026 One of Andy Burnham’s first announcements was a 20 percent cut in business rates for pubs. The proposal is welcome. Although many pubs would still be paying more than they were in 2023 and 2024, because it follows substantial increases in recent years, any reduction will be welcomed by a sector under significant pressure. I used to work in the pub trade and know how significant the fixed cost... Articles for the Herald and Post
Re-launch of Liss Connected 20th September 2017 Damian joined members of the Liss Connected networking group at their re-launch event today, and the discussion covered employment, Brexit, growth sectors in... Local News
WWF Picture England Exhibition 19th September 2017 Damian was delighted to visit the World Wildlife Fund Picture England exhibition last week and see artwork inspired by the Meon Valley Fly Fishery; a beautiful... Local News
Sainsbury's in Alton celebrates 25 years 15th September 2017 Damian visited Sainsbury's in Alton today to help them celebrate their 25th anniversary. Damian said: "Congratulations to the store on reaching a quarter... Local News
A visit to Hattingley Valley Wines 15th September 2017 Damian visited Hattingley Valley Wines today, one of England's leading wine producers, based here in East Hampshire. Their Blanc de Blancs 2011 Magnum was named... Local News
Employment data continues to break records 13th September 2017 Damian welcomes the latest figures published this week by the Office of National Statistics which shows the rate of unemployment is now at its lowest level... Westminster News
Damian supports Organ Donation Week 8th September 2017 Damian is delighted to support Organ Donation Week and the work being done by the NHS and charities, such as Alton-based charity Kidney Care UK, to encourage... Westminster News
Plenty of options ahead for students 29th August 2017 Damian writes a regular column in the Petersfield Post and this latest one discusses the options facing students receiving their exam results this summer:... Articles for the Herald and Post
Petersfield: an 'awesome' town 26th July 2017 Damian writes a regular column in the Petersfield Post, and below is a a copy of the column published today: "I was delighted to be at the Petersfield Awards... Articles for the Herald and Post
Dog's Trust shop opens in Petersfield 21st July 2017 Damian was delighted to be at the opening of the Dog's Trust's new Petersfield charity shop today, and to meet staff and volunteers from the organisation. The... Local News
