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
Celebrating our Queen and nation 20th April 2016 All birthdays are reason to get together and celebrate. They’re also a good opportunity to pause and reflect on a life lived so far and to look forward to what... Articles for the Herald and Post
Letter from Network Rail on the Sheet level crossing 15th April 2016 Damian received this letter from Network Rail regarding the level crossing at Sheet. Local News
New tax year brings a boost to local business 11th April 2016 Tax reforms that came into force last week will help businesses across East Hampshire to invest more of their money into growing and taking on more staff. Westminster News
National Living Wage gives boost to the lowest paid 4th April 2016 Damian Hinds, MP for East Hampshire, welcomes the introduction of the new National living Wage, which will boost the earnings of the lowest paid across the... Westminster News
New Conservative candidate for County Council 29th March 2016 Today Damian met Floss Mitchell, the Conservative candidate in the County Council by-election for Headley, Grayshott, Bramshott and Liphook. Local News
Lunchtime lecture at Alton College 18th March 2016 Billed as "The Budget, the Economy and Economics", Damian led a lunchtime lecture at Alton College today. Local News
Budget puts next generation first 17th March 2016 Damian said this week’s Budget had as its priority to put the needs of future generations first, and to continue to deliver economic security in the face of... Westminster News
Youth unemployment down in latest figures 17th March 2016 Damian welcomes the latest employment numbers that show the number of young people claiming unemployment benefits is down to 153,000 – the lowest level since... Westminster News
Damian visits Tourist Information Centre Open Day 11th March 2016 To celebrate English Tourism Week, Damian joined others at the East Hampshire Tourist Information Centre's Open Day, and met with representatives from many of... Local News
