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
pressing questions on the Online Harms legislation 11th June 2020 During this week's DCMS Select Committee hearing, Damian pressed the Minister on the timing and the scope of the UK's Online Harms legislation, which is so... Westminster News
Prospects for the return of live music 10th June 2020 During this week's DCMS Select Committee hearing, Damian asked about the prospects for the return of live music, what would need to be in place for safety and... Westminster News
Schools need maximum flexibility on reopening 9th June 2020 During questions in Parliament for the Education Secretary, Damian asked for maximum flexibility so that those schools that can welcome more children back would... Westminster News
Cautiously moving forward 1st June 2020 This article was written by Damian and published in the Herald group of papers on 28th May: Now that the peak of Covid-19 has passed, and the ‘R’ or... Local News
Statement on Dominic Cummings 27th May 2020 A statement by Damian regarding Dominic Cummings: " Mr Cummings has put his case that he believes he acted legally and reasonably. "But it is clear to me that... Westminster News
Covid-19 Bulletin #26 22nd May 2020 Covid-19 Bulletin National The Government is to offer antibody tests to health and social care staff and patients in England from next week The Government... Local News
Starting to ease the lockdown 18th May 2020 This article was written by Damian and published in the Herald editions on the 15th May: "This week marks a crucial point in the fight against Covid-19. It is... Articles for the Herald and Post
Covid-19 Bulletin #25 13th May 2020 Covid Bulletin National The Government is encouraging all eligible children to attend educational settings even if parents are able to keep their children at... Local News
Covid-19 Bulletin #24 11th May 2020 Covid-19 Bulletin National The Prime Minister introduces the Government's Covid Recovery Strategy and a framework for how changes to the lockdown measures may... Local News
