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
Economic support for the winter 2nd October 2020 This article was written by Damian Hinds and published in the Herald group of newspapers on the 1st October: "Last week the Chancellor announced the Winter... Articles for the Herald and Post
Support for university students 1st October 2020 Damian asked the Education Secretary about support for students attending university, as this year more than ever, availability of mental health support is... Westminster News
Questions for the BBC's Director-General 1st October 2020 Damian questions the BBC's new Director-General on how the BBC is dealing with the media fastest ever pace of change during yesterday's DCMS Select Committee... Westminster News
'You Have been Watching' podcast interview 28th September 2020 Damian was interviewed last week by Luke and Elliot for their local podcast series called 'You Have Been Watching', and reminisced about The Wonder Years, Cold... Local News
A visit to In-Space Missions 27th September 2020 Damian thanked staff at In-Space Missions for an informative and inspiring visit last week, saying: "It was good to learn more about the industry and its... Local News
Talking with farmers about conservation 27th September 2020 Damian had an interesting meeting with local farmers last week, talking about farming, food production and the environment. He also heard more about the... Local News
Litter picking in Alton 26th September 2020 Damian joined members of the Alton Society during their litter pick in the town centre and Flood Meadows; albeit in a new spaced out socially distanced way! Local News
DCMS Select Committee hearing on broadband provision 24th September 2020 In rural areas like East Hampshire it is vital that the 'gigabit-capable broadband' programme really delivers. In last week's DCMS Select Committee hearing... Westminster News
No easy options with new restrictions 23rd September 2020 This article was written by Damian Hinds and published in the Herald group of newspapers on the 24th September: "A growing number of constituents have written... Articles for the Herald and Post
