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
Entering a new, national lockdown 8th November 2020 The article below was written by Damian Hinds and published in this week's Petersfield Post and Herald editions: "It is the news we have all been dreading: for... Articles for the Herald and Post
Youtube at DCMS Select Committee 6th November 2020 During this week's DCMS Select Committee, Damian asked Youtube about the place of quality news brands among influencers, and the role of merchandise and product... Westminster News
Damian speaks in debate on lockdown 4th November 2020 Damian spoke in the House today on the new national lockdown measures, acknowledging that this was an eventuality we all wanted to avoid, but no responsible... Westminster News
Challenges and opportunities ahead for young people 30th October 2020 This article was written by Damian and published in this week's Petersfield Post and Herald editions: "Last week was Colleges Week, celebrating all the great... Articles for the Herald and Post
town centres are part of community life 23rd October 2020 This article was written by Damian and published in this week's Petersfield Post and Herald editions: "One thing lockdown and shielding really brought home to... Articles for the Herald and Post
Bill for vehicle numberplate offences 21st October 2020 Damian was delighted to support Andrew Griffith MP in his proposal to bring forward a Bill to make missing or false number plates on cars or motorbikes subject... Westminster News
A visit to Gilbert White's 19th October 2020 Damian visited the Gilbert White & The Oates Collections last week, and was pleased to hear more about their brewhouse craft ale and also how recent funding... Local News
Recovery funds for local culture and heritage 15th October 2020 This article was written by Damian and published in this week's editions of the Herald group and Petersfield Post: "There was significant news this week for... Articles for the Herald and Post
Questions for DCMS Secretary of State 14th October 2020 Damian questioned the Secretary of State at this morning's DCMS Select Committee, and said: "A positive policy development this morning re: social media “legal... Westminster News
