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
Re-opening of Alton's Sensory Garden 7th September 2021 Damian was pleased to join Dementia-friendly Alton and Alton Town Mayor Pam Jones at the official re-opening of the Sensory Gardens, and said: "The Sensory... Local News
Return of charity Walk for Peace 7th September 2021 Damian was delighted to once again join everyone taking part in the Ahmaddiya Muslim Association's Charity Walk for Peace, which raises amazing amounts for a... Local News
Visit to Connect4Summer programme 1st September 2021 Damian thanked the team for inviting him to visit Liss Junior School to see Hampshire's Connect4Summer programme in action - a series of events offering a range... Local News
A return to school 26th August 2021 This article was written by Damian and published in this week's Herald and Petersfield Post: "As we look ahead to the return of schools next week, it is... Articles for the Herald and Post
A sporting inspiration 26th August 2021 This article was written by Damian and published in this week's Herald and Petersfield Post editions: "Many of the individual and team performances by GB’s... Articles for the Herald and Post
Sheep and livestock worrying remains an issue 19th August 2021 The article below was written by Damian and published in this week's editions of the Herald and Petersfield Post: "Our love of pets, and of dogs in particular... Articles for the Herald and Post
Exams remain important milestones 12th August 2021 This article was written by Damian and published in this week's Herald and Petersfield Post: "Despite the changes made to the awarding of GCSE and A Level... Articles for the Herald and Post
COP East Hampshire - what we can do locally 5th August 2021 The article below was written by Damian and published in this week's editions of the Herald and Petersfield Post: "Climate change is a defining challenge of our... Articles for the Herald and Post
A thank you to Rosemary Foundation's nurses 4th August 2021 Damian thanked the Rosemary Foundation for inviting him to the Nurse's Tea Party at the Pavilion, Liss. Damian said "A lovely occasion and a time to reflect on... Local News
