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
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
Jamne Austen stamps launched 22nd February 2013 Please click here for a link to the article on the Royal Mail's website. Local News
Quesions over Thames Tideway Tunnel 18th February 2013 Damian Hinds and other MPs have met with Thames Water chief executive Martin Baggs to request urgent clarification of plans for the new Thames Tideway Tunnel... Local News
Damian Hinds welcomes protection for publicans 18th January 2013 Damian Hinds has welcomed moves from the Government to protect local publicans by setting up an independent Adjudicator to address unfair practices in the pub... Articles for the Herald and Post
Oil clubs a possible solution for off-grid households 21st December 2012 New figures reveal that over 10,000 households in East Hampshire are estimated to be off-grid, and will be responsible for providing their own fuel this winter... Local News
