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
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
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
