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
EU Referendum debate in Petersfield 10th June 2016 Damian took part in an EU Referendum debate last night at St Peter's Church in Petersfield, hosted by the Petersfield Post. Local News
Hampshire and the EU: what is at stake for us and our local economy 8th June 2016 New analysis identifies key employment sectors in Hampshire which could be especially affected if Britain leaves the EU, including Aerospace & Defence, Maritime... Local News
Latest economic data for the South East 6th June 2016 Commenting on the latest set of Government data on the progress being made across the economy in the South East, East Hampshire MP Damian Hinds said: Local News
Confronting Dementia 25th May 2016 Below is a copy of Damian's latest monthly column in the Petersfield Post, which focuses on the challenges of dementia. Articles for the Herald and Post
Financial resilience is focus of Queen's Speech 23rd May 2016 Damian welcomes the focus of the Queen’s Speech on financial resilience and how the strengthening UK economy is helping to deliver greater security for working... Westminster News
Visit to Chivas Brothers Beefeater distillery 12th May 2016 Today Damian visited Chivas Brothers Beefeater distillery to meet with spirit industry leaders in his ministerial role as Exchequer Secretary to the Treasury. Westminster News
The Simple Economic Truth 11th May 2016 Damian reflects on the Treasury’s analysis of Brexit and makes the case that the UK is stronger, safer, and better off being in the EU, in an article published... Articles for the Herald and Post
Visit to Hogs Back Brewery 22nd April 2016 Damian visited Hogs Back Brewery in Surrey today in his ministerial role as Exchequer Secretary to highlight the government’s commitment to supporting the beer... Westminster News
Employment rate remains at record level 21st April 2016 The employment rate remains at a record high at 74.1%, with 31.4 million people in work - figures welcomed by Damian today Westminster News
