Another blow to hospitality? Thursday, 17 July, 2025 In last week’s column, I mentioned a debate I recently attended on the hospitality sector. This felt like an important debate to be part of for several of reasons. Hospitality is a major contributor to the UK’s economy and jobs, which makes the government’s decision to omit it as a growth area from its recent industrial strategy all the more baffling. In East Hampshire alone, hospitality accounts... Articles for the Herald and Post
Finding balance in a digital age 27th February 2025 I’ve had many conversations over the years with parents, children and teachers about technology in young people’s lives. The most recent was this month in Alton... Articles for the Herald and Post
Damian speaks at the second reading of the IfATE Bill 25th February 2025 Damian raised his concerns about the IfATE Bill during the second reading debate. The Bill will, if enacted, transfer the functions of the Institute for... Speeches in Parliament
The Government has a duty to protect our churches 20th February 2025 In the picturesque village of Privett stands one of the most beautiful and well-maintained churches you could imagine—Holy Trinity Church. Its spire rises... Articles for the Herald and Post
Maintaining low unemployment is key to growth 13th February 2025 The recently released claimant count data for East Hampshire showed an uptick in the number of people that are currently unemployed. This increase locally is... Articles for the Herald and Post
The devil is in the detail when scrutinising legislation 13th February 2025 One of the less-seen roles of MPs is the “line by line scrutiny” of legislation in committee. During the committee stage of a Bill, there are generally four... Articles for the Herald and Post
It’s not too late to row back on farming tax, local MP tells Minister 13th February 2025 Damian released the following statement today: Damian Hinds has pressed the Treasury for answers on how inheritance tax changes will affect agricultural... Westminster News
Reporting Back - January 2025 31st January 2025 Click here for Damian's latest constituency and Westminster update: Monthly constituency update from Damian Hinds MP Reporting Back newsletter
Government’s new housing formula means too much development in our countryside, MP tells Minister 31st January 2025 The statement below was issued following Damian's Westminster Hall debate on rural housing targets on 29th January 2025: The government must rethink its formula... Westminster News
Vets Fest is a big success 30th January 2025 After months of careful planning, the East Hampshire Veterans Festival finally opened its doors on Friday at Petersfield’s Festival Hall. The Hall was packed... Articles for the Herald and Post
