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
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
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
