Learning the ancient craft of coppicing Thursday, 18 September, 2025 “So, you just need to hold the hazel branch and then pull the blade down firmly, and make sure you don’t take your fingers off!” To give you some context, I was at Butser Ancient Farm for the official opening of the Hazel Centre – a stunning oak-framed building designed to support volunteering and workshops at this historic site. There I met Darren Hammerton, a veteran in the world of coppicing... Articles for the Herald and Post
Damian Hinds presents Rural Fair Share petition 7th November 2013 This week Damian presented the Rural Fair Share Petition signed by residents of East Hampshire. Local News
Damian Hinds joins the RSPCA in calling for action against fly-grazing of horses 23rd October 2013 Alton, along with places like Gloucester, Guildford and parts of York, has been identified by the RSPCA as one of the country’s hotspots for fly-grazing horses. Local News
Damian Hinds joins the fight against breast cancer 13th September 2013 Damian has joined the fight against breast cancer by taking part in Breast Cancer Campaign’s biggest (and pinkest) fundraiser, wear it pink day. Articles for the Herald and Post
Damian Hinds makes pledge in fight against dementia 13th September 2013 Damian Hinds has pledged to take action to support the 800,000 people living with dementia across the UK. Damian joined 200 other MPs and representatives from... Articles for the Herald and Post
Petersfield student wins national BTEC award 12th July 2013 Local student Johanna Richards from East Hampshire has won Outstanding BTEC Adult Learner of the Year at the National BTEC Awards, held in London on 4th July... Local News
The referendum is coming. Now let’s have a sensible debate 28th June 2013 L ast month I welcomed the Prime Minister’s decision to offer a referendum on Europe to the people who deserve it most: the British public. Articles for the Herald and Post
Damian Hinds welcomes new rules for pubs 13th June 2013 Damian Hinds has welcomed the announcement of new rules to ensure that tied pubs are given a fair deal by pub companies, and is working to protect East... Articles for the Herald and Post
Damian Hinds shows support for Carers Week 28th May 2013 To celebrate the launch of Carers Week, 10-16 June 2013, Damian Hinds has joined forces with actress Lynda Bellingham, to recognise the contribution that carers... Articles for the Herald and Post
Credit Union Expansion Project 25th April 2013 Please click here for a link to the article on the Association of British Credit Unions' website. Articles for the Herald and Post
