Why is this top down reorganisation being forced on us? Thursday, 23 April, 2026 Hampshire voters will shortly be going to the polls in important County Council elections. Who manages and delivers services for us locally really matters. But there’s a big change coming in the shape of the government’s ‘reorganisation’ of Hampshire’s local authorities. As you will have read in the Herald and Post, 15 councils will be replaced by five new ‘unitary’ councils. East Hampshire... 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
The first 1001 days and Early Years development 1st April 2021 This article was written by Damian and published in this week's Herald editions and Petersfield Post: "1001 days – that’s the time from conception to a child’s... Articles for the Herald and Post
Debating issues on online anonymity 30th March 2021 Damian supported the backbench debate on online anonymity last week, and said: "There was a strong feeling from across the House that (a) the benefits of... Westminster News
Closing the digital divide: a legacy of lockdown 26th March 2021 Damian wrote this piece for the Teach First blog, reflecting on the challenges of the digital divide: "There is a spark of potential in everyone. At the heart... Articles for the Herald and Post
