Is the honeymoon over before its begun? Thursday, 2 July, 2026 When Andy Burnham entered the Commons chamber to be re-sworn-in as an MP, he was greeted by a 1-2 heckle: someone shouted “Rome is Saved!” and then someone else, “He’s not the messiah!” Amidst all the seriousness of what the nation faces and Parliament must consider, the chamber can occasionally offer some light relief and this was good Commons banter. Mr Burnham’s riposte “Naughty boy!” –... Articles for the Herald and Post
Local pharmacies - can we use them more? 6th April 2023 This week's article for the Herald and Petersfield Post highlights the important role pharmacies can play in the community... When the NHS Long Term Plan was... Articles for the Herald and Post
Q&A with Eggars' students 31st March 2023 One of the highlights of being an MP is local school visits. This time to a year 7 group at Eggar's School in Alton. A great discussion about politics with an... Local News
The Budget: positive news for businesses 29th March 2023 This article was written by Damian and published in this week's Herald and Petersfield Post: "Last week I wrote about the importance of people being supported... Articles for the Herald and Post
Visit to the Phoenix Theatre and Arts Centre 24th March 2023 Went on a fantastic visit to the Phoenix Theatre and Arts Centre in Bordon today to meet Rob Allerston (director) and Eric Clifford (chairman). We discussed... Local News
Helping people return to work - it's key 23rd March 2023 Damian's article for this week's Herald and Petersfield Post... A week ago, the Chancellor announced his spring budget. This ‘budget for growth’ may have... Articles for the Herald and Post
Get out and about this English Tourism Week 17th March 2023 Damian's article on English Tourism Week for this week's Herald and Petersfield Post: Today sees the start of English Tourism Week. This year’s focus is... Articles for the Herald and Post
Alton U3A group visit Parliament 16th March 2023 Three groups from Alton U3A visited Westminster this week, and Damian had the opportunity to join one of the groups for an impromptu Q&A. More information on... Westminster News
Question Time at Bohunt 16th March 2023 Damian was delighted to join another fantastic Question Time-style discussion with over 150 students from the Bohunt Educational Trust and Bedales on Friday... Local News
Showcasing local help and support for dementia 9th March 2023 This article was written by Damian and published in this week's Herald and Petersfield Post: "I’m looking forward to visiting the Dementia Festival in... Articles for the Herald and Post
