Why is this top down reorganisation being forced on us? Thursday, 23 April, 2026 Hampshire voters will shortly be going to the polls in important County Council elections. Who manages and delivers services for us locally really matters. But there’s a big change coming in the shape of the government’s ‘reorganisation’ of Hampshire’s local authorities. As you will have read in the Herald and Post, 15 councils will be replaced by five new ‘unitary’ councils. East Hampshire... Articles for the Herald and Post
Damian's appointment at Ministry of Justice 28th October 2022 On his appointment yesterday as minister of state at the Ministry of Justice, Damian said: "I am honoured to be joining the Ministry of Justice as minister for... Westminster News
Discover East Hampshire - the Hearty Riders 27th October 2022 As part of Damian's series of short videos on things to do and see here in East Hampshire, he had the opportunity recently to meet members of the Hearty Riders... Local News
a real 'Taste of Parliament' 27th October 2022 This article was written by Damian Hinds and published in this week's Herald and Petersfield Post: "It is always a pleasure to welcome young people from East... Articles for the Herald and Post
A visit to UDLive in Alton 25th October 2022 Damian thanked Tom and the team at UDLive for the invitation to attend the official opening of their new offices in Alton, and the opportunity to hear more... Local News
More industry placements for T Levels 24th October 2022 In Education Questions Damian commended Alton College's work with local employers and asked how more firms could be introduced to the benefits - for them, for... Westminster News
Statement on leadership election 21st October 2022 Damian Hinds statement on the leadership election "These have been and continue to be extremely difficult times. It is now crucial that we turn our focus to... Westminster News
Protecting children online 20th October 2022 During a DCMS debate on child protection online, Damian highlights research from Ofcom that indicates the risk of children appearing to be over 18 when they... Westminster News
The need and challenges for economic growth 20th October 2022 This article was written by Damian and published in this week's Petersfield Post and Herald editions: "The world is going through a time of great economic... Articles for the Herald and Post
Sustainable practices at Mill Farm Organic 18th October 2022 Damian thanked Sam Morton for showing me around Mill Farm Organic, and Mary White of the Nature Friendly Farming Network for talking him through the impressive... Local News