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
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
Response to consultation on National Planning Policy Framework 7th March 2023 Damian has responded to plans to reform national planning policy, a key part of the Government’s house building commitment . Damian cautiously welcomed the... Local News
MP Update for Petersfield's Shine Radio 7th March 2023 Damian records a regular MP Update for Petersfield's Shine Radio, and below is a link to the latest: https://shineradio.uk/2023/03/damian-hinds-mp-update-for... Local News
East Hampshire students visit Parliament 2nd March 2023 Damian was delighted to see students from Ditcham Park School during their visit to Parliament this week, which included a lively Q&A. The Parliament Education... Westminster News
A new way forward for NI and its future 2nd March 2023 This article was written by Damian and published in this week's Herald and Petersfield Post: "The 2016 referendum result was close but decisive. Like many... Articles for the Herald and Post
