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
The push to get boosted 16th December 2021 This article was written by Damian and published in this week's edition of the Herald and Petersfield Post "Last week saw the first anniversary of the launch of... Articles for the Herald and Post
Air quality concerns for proposed A31 incinerator 9th December 2021 Below is a copy of a press release issued by Damian to raise air quality concerns in his latest objection to A31 incinerator: "East Hampshire MP Damian Hinds... Local News
Celebrating small businesses on #SmallBizSat 9th December 2021 This article was written by Damian and published in this week's editions of the Herald and Petersfield Post: "It was great last weekend to be out again on Small... Articles for the Herald and Post
Small businesses are key part of local economy 6th December 2021 As part of Small Business Saturday, Damian visited a number of local enterprises across East Hampshire, and thanked them for taking time out to talk with him... Local News
Important steps to slow the spread of Omicron 2nd December 2021 This article was written by Damian and published in this week's editions of the Herald and Petersfield Post: "Everything we have learnt about covid since it... Articles for the Herald and Post
MP update for Petersfield's Shine Radio 30th November 2021 Damian provides a regular update for Petersfield's Shine Radio, and the latest one can be heard via the link below, or via their website, at: https://shineradio... Local News
Job numbers - a sign of growing confidence 25th November 2021 This article was written by Damian and published in this week's Herald and Petersfield Post editions: "With more than 1 million vacancies and an unemployment... Articles for the Herald and Post
Visit to Abri's Cafe 1759 in Bordon 22nd November 2021 Damian was pleased to meet with Ralph Facey From Abri Housing Association (fka Radian) last week and to hear more about the 13 East Hants residents they've... Local News
COP26 - keeping the target of 1.5 degrees alive 18th November 2021 This article was written by Damian and published in this week's Herald and Petersfield Post editions: "A lot of hope, expectation and responsibility was on the... Articles for the Herald and Post
