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
From welfare to work - and beyond 24th February 2016 A strong safety net is the mark of a civilised society, and we must be able to offer support to those who need it. Articles for the Herald and Post
Alton Neighbourhood Plan Referendum 10th February 2016 Damian encourages all eligible residents to exercise their vote for the Alton Neighbourhood Plan referendum on the 24th February. Local News
FSB Wessex visit to Houses of Parliament 9th February 2016 Damian met with Ken Moon and colleagues from the Wessex Federation of Small Businesses in Portcullis House today, to discuss matters of interest to small... Westminster News
Damian is guest speaker at First Friday Petersfield 5th February 2016 Damian was invited by First Friday Peterfield to present at their recent networking lunch. Local News
Damian meets new start-up businesses with SETsquared 4th February 2016 Damian met some of the South’s most innovative new tech start-up businesses at a House of Commons reception for SETsquared. Westminster News
Submission for South Western Rail Franchise Consultation 4th February 2016 Damian has made his own submission as part of the South Western Rail Franchise Consultation. Full copy below. Local News
Damian visits pilot for free childcare provision 2nd February 2016 Damian visited Rye Park nursery in Portsmouth to talk to staff and mums about free childcare provision. Westminster News
More people getting skills through apprenticeship opportunities 2nd February 2016 Damian Hinds has welcomed new figures showing 3,400 new apprenticeships have been started by people in East Hampshire since 2010. Local News
