The Government needs to rethink its housing affordability figure Tuesday, 13 January, 2026 Last week Damian wrote to Matthew Pennycook, Minister of State for housing, to follow up on a number of points that were raised during his Westminster Hall debate on the Cumulative impacts of housing development (which took place just before Christmas). In this letter, Damian raised concerns about the affordability adjustment factor within the government’s 'Standard Method formula' for calculating... Local News
Queen's Speech: Jobs and productivity are central 13th May 2021 Damian spoke about jobs, productivity, skills and careers being at the heart of Build Back Better and the Plan for Growth in his speech during yesterday's Queen... Speeches in Parliament
Barclays branch in Alton to close 11th May 2021 Planned closure of Barclays in Alton High Street: The planned closure of Barclays Alton on 13th August is a blow to customers and to the High Street. It is a... Local News
T Levels – the NexT Level Qualification 7th May 2021 This article was written by Damian and published in this week's Herald editions and Petersfield Post: "On a visit to Germany and Holland as education secretary... Articles for the Herald and Post
Preparing to travel once again 30th April 2021 This article was written by Damian and published in the local Petersfield Post and Herald editions: "I had the opportunity recently to meet the team at... Articles for the Herald and Post
Questions for the Arts Council 23rd April 2021 The Cultural Recovery Fund has been important for cultural assets here in East Hampshire during the pandemic. During the DCMS Select Committee this week Damian... Westminster News
Testing, testing, testing 23rd April 2021 This article was written by Damian and published in this week's Petersfield Post and Herald editions: "The Prime Minister’s recent announcement on the universal... Articles for the Herald and Post
United against a European Super League 19th April 2021 Damian spoke in the House today during the DCMS statement, saying "Parliament was united today in opposition to the European Super League plans. I was pleased... Speeches in Parliament
An extraordinary life and legacy 16th April 2021 This article was written by Damian and published in this week's Petersfield Post and Herald editions: "So much has been said in tribute to Prince Philip, from... Articles for the Herald and Post
Respect, Protect, Enjoy – the renewed Countryside Code 8th April 2021 This article was written by Damian and published in this week's Petersfield Post and Herald editions: "Getting outside has been such an important part of our... Articles for the Herald and Post
