High-density housing plan hidden in government proposals Tuesday, 17 March, 2026 Damian released the following statement today: Damian Hinds, MP for East Hampshire, has warned of the possible consequences for East Hampshire of the new draft National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF), which could mean much higher density housing developments in some rural locations. The proposals come on top of the government’s decision in December 2024 to nearly double the housing target for... Local News
Discussions with the local NFU 14th September 2016 Damian had a good and useful discussion with representatives of the local NFU, considering the outlook for farming and hopes for the sector post Brexit on trade... Local News
Catching up with Energy Alton 14th September 2016 Damian had the pleasure to catch up with John Hubbard, Eleanor Hill and Jenny Griffiths from Energy Alton at Alton Library and get an update on the great work... Local News
Visit to Eggar's School 14th September 2016 Damian paid a visit to Eggar's School in Holybourne last week and was shown around by Head Teacher Mr Sullivan. During the visit, Damian was introduced to the... Local News
TAG start new consultation on revised flightpath 5th September 2016 Although the CAA has yet to make a final decision, TAG is now holding a further consultation on an amended part of their Airspace Change Proposal (ACP), which... Local News
Record-breaking levels of inward investment 5th September 2016 Damian comments on the recently published numbers for foreign direct investment in the UK, with Britain benefiting from record-breaking levels in the last year... Westminster News
Latest column in the Petersfield Post 1st September 2016 You never forget the moment you find out how you’ve done in major exams, whether it was opening a letter, reading results on a board at school or even receiving... Articles for the Herald and Post
Column in Petersfield Post focuses on tourism 27th July 2016 The theme for Damian's column this month in the Petersfield Post honours the literary heritge of East Hampshire, with details of six published walks that enable... Local News
Damian appointed Minister of Employment 18th July 2016 In last week's reshuffle, Damian was appointed to the position of Minister of State for Employment, in the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). Damian will... Westminster News
Launch of Dementia Friendly Petersfield 8th July 2016 Today Damian joined other founding members for the launch of Dementia Friendly Petersfield at the Winton House Centre in Petersfield. Local News
