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
Why I’m backing Rishi Sunak 11th August 2022 This article was written by Damian and published in this week's Herald and Petersfield Post editions: "This leadership election has showcased the breadth of... Articles for the Herald and Post
Discover East Hampshire - a festival of Shakespeare 8th August 2022 As part of his Discover East Hampshire series of videos, Damian took the opportunity to find out more about the Petersfield Shakespeare Festival from Lucy and... Local News
Welcome to the Ahmadiyya community 5th August 2022 Damian welcomes the Ahmaddiya muslim community to East Hampshire for this year's Jalsa Salana at Oaklands Farm in East Worldham: Local News
The Lionesses - an inspiration for us all 4th August 2022 This article was written by Damian and published in this week's Herald and Petersfield Post: "The England women’s team win over Germany in the Euro final last... Articles for the Herald and Post
MP Update for Petersfield's Shine Radio 3rd August 2022 Damian records a regular MP Update for Petersfield's Shine Radio, and here is the latest one for July: https://shineradio.uk/2022/07/damian-hinds-mp-update-for... Local News
Rishi Sunak visits East Hampshire 3rd August 2022 Damian issued the following press release on Rishi Sunak's visit to East Hampshire: "Conservative leadership contender Rishi Sunak came to South West Surrey and... Local News
Visit to Petersfield's Coombes UK 2nd August 2022 Damian visited Coombes in Petersfield last week, and thanked Shane and Jack for the invitation and the opportunity to hear more about company’s development and... Local News
Interview with Petersfield's Shine Radio 29th July 2022 Damian's interview this week with Petersfield's Shine Radio on leaving the Government and his support for Rishi Sunak: https://omny.fm/shows/petersfieldstories... Local News
Diversity is important for politics and society 28th July 2022 This article was written by Damian and published in this week's Herald and Petersfield Post editions: "One striking feature of the Conservative Party leadership... Articles for the Herald and Post
