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
Celebration for new dental school in Portsmouth 11th June 2026 It was a privilege to join healthcare leaders, university representatives and regional partners to celebrate the launch of Portsmouth’s new Dental School. Based... Local News
East Hampshire MP joins cross party call for Lloyds to restore cheque deposits 9th June 2026 Damian released the following statement today: MP Damian Hinds has joined 120 MPs from across the House of Commons in calling on Lloyds Banking Group to restore... Local News
U3A Petersfield heads to Parliament 8th June 2026 It was wonderful to welcome members of the U3A in Petersfield to Parliament today for a tour of the estate and a Q&A session. Lots of insightful questions about... Local News
Shine Radio - June 2026 5th June 2026 Click below for Damian's latest recording for Petersfield's Shine Radio: https://shineradio.uk/2026/06/damian-hinds-on-elections-policy-and-face…... Local News
Reporting Back - June 2026 2nd June 2026 Click here for the latest edition of Reporting Back: Reporting Back on East Hampshire - local elections, banking and much more Reporting Back newsletter
East Hampshire MP urges residents to speak out on banking access 29th May 2026 Damian has released the following statement today: MP Damian Hinds has launched a new residents’ survey to gather views on the future of banking services across... Local News
The BBC at a crossroads as viewing habits shift 28th May 2026 I recently met pupils from a number of local schools to discuss their television viewing habits as part of the Culture, Media and Sport Committee’s inquiry into... Articles for the Herald and Post
Labour’s Problem Is Bigger Than Its Leader 21st May 2026 From the moment the number of Labour MPs calling for their own party leader to leave No 10 hit the dozens, it was a point of no return – either to the upheaval... Articles for the Herald and Post
Local visit shows alternative to boilers 15th May 2026 Damian recently visited a constituent to see how an innovative heat battery is providing a practical alternative to a gas boiler. The homeowner in Farrington... Local News
