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
Public Consultation on South Western train franchise 17th November 2015 It was announced last week that a 12 week public consultation has opened on the South Western train franchise. Westminster News
Nominations for Pub Chef of the Year 17th November 2015 Damian has the opportunity to nominate a pub chef from East Hampshire in the inaugural Parliamentary Pub Chef of the Year award and would love to hear your... Local News
Climate Alliance rally in Alton 13th November 2015 Damian sends a letter of support for the Alton Climate Alliance rally being held on the 28th November. Local News
New record on jobs and continued growth 12th November 2015 Damian Hinds has welcomed new figures today showing the number of people in East Hampshire claiming Jobseeker’s Allowance has fallen by 53 per cent since 2010... Westminster News
Petersfield Cricket Club awarded £75,000 from Sports England 10th November 2015 Petersfield Cricket Club has successully raised funds of £100,000 to upgrade and modernise facilities and the pavilion at The Heath. Local News
Alton Schools Councils 6th November 2015 Damian attended the Alton Schools Councils/Youth Council event today at Amery Hill School. Local News
Launch of new patient resource by Crohn's and Colitis UK 6th November 2015 Damian was pleased to be able to attend a special event in the House this week for the launch of a new patient guide from Crohn's & Colitis UK. Westminster News
Submission made to the Civil Aviation Authority 3rd November 2015 Damian has called on the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) to require TAG – the operators of Farnborough Airport - to conduct a new and more transparent... Local News
Launch of Poppy Appeal 2015 24th October 2015 Damian was delighted to join in the launch of this year’s poppy appeal today at Sainsburys in Liphook along with Jamie Jack and his amazing team of local... Local News
